Chelsea edge ahead of Newcastle in transfer race for £25m-rated 'Dutch Pedri' Kees Smit
Goal | 13.12.2025 10:18
However, confidence at St James’ Park has waned in recent weeks. There is a growing belief that waiting until the summer could prove costly, with AZ potentially engineering a bidding war that pushes the price beyond Newcastle’s comfort zone. Despite the financial freedom created by Alexander Isak’s £125 million ($167m) departure, Newcastle’s recruitment team remains disciplined, unwilling to overpay unless a deal aligns perfectly with their strategic vision.
