Liverpool and Newcastle United are once again in a battle to secure the signing of a talented LaLiga star, this time in the form of centre-back Loic Bade. The two clubs had previously competed for Marc Guehi in the summer transfer window, with Newcastle ultimately signing Lloyd Kelly as their only central defender.
Eddie Howe’s side had shown interest in Crystal Palace’s Guehi before being turned down, and now they are turning their attention to Sevilla’s Bade. Reports suggest that Bade has impressed with his performances in the Olympics and the La Liga season, making him a target for both Newcastle and Liverpool.
While Newcastle may have a better chance of landing Bade than Guehi due to Palace’s reluctance to deal with them and Guehi’s preference for Liverpool, the Reds are also keen on the Sevilla defender. Liverpool have already scouted Bade and are prepared to make a strong push for his signature.
In addition to their pursuit of Bade, Newcastle are also facing competition from top clubs like Arsenal for other targets. Leroy Sane and Bryan Mbeumo are among the players linked with moves to the Premier League, with Arsenal reportedly leading the race for their signatures. Newcastle’s attempts to sign Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin could also be complicated by the Toffees’ desire to keep hold of the player.
As the January transfer window approaches, Newcastle and Liverpool find themselves once again in a transfer battle, this time for the services of Loic Bade. The Magpies will need to overcome competition from top clubs and navigate potential obstacles to secure the talented centre-back for their squad. The coming weeks will reveal whether Newcastle can emerge victorious in this latest transfer saga or if Liverpool will once again thwart their efforts to strengthen their defensive line.
