Newcastle United’s summer transfer plans appear to be moving with urgency after Anthony Gordon’s expected switch to Barcelona, with TeamTalk reporting that Real Betis winger Abde Ezzalzouli has become a serious target for Eddie Howe’s side.
The 24-year-old Morocco international is coming off a superb season in Spain, having delivered 15 goals and 13 assists in 43 appearances for Betis. That return, 28 goal contributions in total, explains why Newcastle are now looking closely at a player described in the original report as one of “LaLiga’s most dangerous wide forwards”.
Ezzalzouli Fits Newcastle’s Attacking Need
According to TeamTalk, Newcastle have been monitoring Ezzalzouli for several months, with their interest predating Gordon’s move to the Nou Camp. However, Gordon’s agreed £69m transfer to Barcelona has clearly changed the tempo of discussions.
TeamTalk states that “Newcastle’s pursuit of a new left-sided attacker has accelerated”, with Ezzalzouli now viewed internally as “one of the standout options available on the market”.
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That feels significant. Newcastle do not merely need depth, they need a player capable of replacing Gordon’s directness, pace and ability to stretch matches. Ezzalzouli, a right-footed inverted winger who can operate across the frontline, appears to fit that brief.
Real Betis Valuation Creates Clear Transfer Path
Ezzalzouli’s contract includes a €60m, around £52m, release clause, although TeamTalk reports that Real Betis may be willing to negotiate slightly below that figure if serious offers arrive.
That could matter for Newcastle, particularly with Barcelona owed 20% of any profit from the deal that took him to Betis in 2023. Betis signed him from Barcelona for just €7.5m, a move that has since proven extremely smart.
The winger’s development has been sharp. After leaving Barcelona in search of regular football, he has transformed promise into production, adding end product to…
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