Newcastle United ‘make shock approach for Aston Villa midfielder Jacob Ramsey’ – rivalling Tottenham and Bayern Munich’s interest in the £50m-rated star
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Newcastle United have reportedly made an approach for Aston Villa star Jacob Ramsey.
The midfielder has impressed at Villa Park in recent seasons and has made ten Premier League appearances so far this season, with his side sitting fourth in the league.
The 22-year-old is said to be attracting the attention of clubs in both England and Europe, as Tottenham Hotspur and Bayern Munich have also ‘made clear their admiration for Ramsey’.
Therefore, if Villa decide to let the academy graduate leave before June, a bidding war could ensue that would increase his price.
This is according to the The Athleticswith the report stating that Aston Villa must raise money by the end of June to remain compliant with profit and sustainability regulations.
Newcastle United have reportedly made an approach for Aston Villa star Jacob Ramsey
Eddie Howe is looking for reinforcement in midfield after Sandro Tonali’s football ban
Unai Emery’s side value Ramsey as a key player but could be forced into a sale before June
However, the report continues to state that as Ramsey has established himself as a key player, a say ‘would ideally not be a consideration’.
Despite this, interested parties believe that bids in excess of £50 million for the midfielder will be considered.
Newcastle are keen to deploy reinforcements in the middle of the pitch after Sandro Tonali was handed a 10-month ban in the summer for illegal betting.
However, a deal for Ramsey could prove difficult as the winter transfer window is just days away.
The Athletic concludes by revealing that there are other ways Aston Villa could raise money to stay compliant with profit and sustainability rules if they don’t want to sell their star.
One way to do this could be the sale of Chelsea-linked Jhon Duran, with the report continuing to reveal further interest from the Blues.
Mauricio Pochettino’s side are said to be admirers of the 20-year-old and have discussed a possible deal.
Duran is currently injured and this could complicate any potential deal, but wouldn’t rule out a move as Chelsea see him as a talent for the future.