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In this article, we will bring you all of the reported Newcastle transfer targets for the summer window.

We have explored a few transfer rumours that have been making their way through various media outlets…

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RB Leipzig and Slovenia international striker Benjamin Sesko is reportedly a transfer target for Newcastle in the summer – Photo by Imago

Newcastle transfer targets Summer 2025

Newcastle transfer targets Current club Estimated fee*

Benjamin Sesko

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RB Leipzig

£41.7m

Caoimhin Kelleher

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Liverpool

£18.3m

Paulo Dybala

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Roma

£6.7m

Johan Bakayoko

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PSV

£33.3m

Ademola Lookman

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Atalanta

£45.6m

Liam Delap

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Ipswich

£21m

Assane Diao

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Como

£7.6m

Samu Aghehowa

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Porto

£42m

Roger Fernandes

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Braga

£12.6m

Hugo Ekitike

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Frankfurt

£33.7m

James Trafford

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Burnley

£15.2m

Nicolas Kuhn

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Celtic

£10.1m

Justin Kluivert

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Bournemouth

£18.5m

Tammy Abraham

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AC Milan (on loan from Roma)

£16.9m

Sindre Walle Egeli

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Nordsjaelland

£5.9m

Semih Kilicsoy

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Besiktas

£11.7m

Dean Huijsen

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Bournemouth

£35.1m

Francisco Trincao

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Sporting

£22.6m

Bryan Mbeumo

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Brentford

£42m

Jack Grealish

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Manchester City

£29.2m

Matheus Cunha

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Wolves

£46m

Benjamin Sesko (RB Leipzig)

According to renowned football journalist and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, there is an “understanding” between RB Leipzig and Benjamin Sesko that the Slovenian striker can find a new club in the summer. Newcastle, as well as fellow Premier League rivals Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United, are all thought to be interested in his signature.

Caoimhin Kelleher (Liverpool)

According to Football Insider, Newcastle, as well as Chelsea and a number of clubs from overseas, are eyeing up a potential move for Liverpool and Republic of Ireland international goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher in the summer. He will have just a year left on his current deal at Anfield, and is thought to be unwilling to sign an extension at this moment in time.

Paulo Dybala (Roma)

According to Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Newcastle are among a number of clubs that are considering a move for Roma star Paulo Dybala in the summer. Serie A side Como are also thought to be interested in the Argentine, who has a £10m release clause in his contract valid until the end of July.

Johan Bakayoko (PSV)

According to Italian news publication Tuttosport, Newcastle, as well as Juventus, are interested in signing PSV and Belgium international winger Johan Bakayoko in the summer. They have been impressed with his performances in the Eredivisie, and are now willing to sanction a potential move.

Ademola Lookman (Atalanta)

According to TEAMtalk, Newcastle have sent scouts to watch Ademola Lookman in action for Atalanta ahead of a potential move in the summer transfer window. However, fellow Premier League rivals Manchester United are also thought to be interested in the Nigeria international's signature.

Liam Delap (Ipswich)

According to Football Insider, Newcastle are plotting a move to sign Ipswich striker Liam Delap this summer. The Englishman wants to stay in the Premier League should his team be relegated.

Assane Diao (Como)

Football Insider are also reporting that Newcastle are interested in signing Como winger Assane Diao this summer.

Samu Aghehowa (Porto)

Football Insider also report that Newcastle could sign Porto striker Samu Aghehowa for less than his release clause this summer. Fellow Premier League rivals Arsenal, Aston Villa and West Ham are also monitoring his situation.

Roger Fernandes (Braga)

According to football journalist and transfer expert Graeme Bailey, Newcastle are one of a number of clubs in the Premier League that have scouted Braga starlet Roger Fernandes ahead of a potential move this summer. Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and West Ham have also scouted him.

Hugo Ekitike (Frankfurt)

According to Belgian football journalist and transfer expert Sacha Tavolieri, Newcastle are back in the race to sign long-term transfer target Hugo Ekitike this summer. His reported asking price of £67.2m does not scare off the Magpies, although he would likely be signed at the expense of exit-linked Alexander Isak.

James Trafford (Burnley)

According to the Daily Mail reporter Craig Hope, Newcastle are interested in signing Burnley's English goalkeeper James Trafford this summer.

Nicolas Kuhn (Celtic)

The Daily Mail are also reporting that Newcastle have sent scouts to watch Nicolas Kuhn in action a number of times this season. The Celtic star is thought to cost in the region of £20m.

Justin Kluivert and Dean Huijsen (Bournemouth)

According to The Chronicle, Newcastle could have to fork out more than £25m to sign Bournemouth winger Justin Kluivert this summer. The Dutchman is also being tracked by fellow Premier League rivals Manchester United and Tottenham.

According to The Sun, Bournemouth and Spain international central defender Dean Huijsen is Newcastle's number one defensive target in the summer transfer window.

Tammy Abraham (AC Milan on loan from Roma)

According to CaughtOffside, Tammy Abraham is on Newcastle's radar ahead of a potential move this summer. However, fellow Premier League rivals Wolves, Nottingham Forest, Everton and West Ham are also interested in his signature, and have began talks with his representatives.

Sindre Walle Egeli (Nordsjaelland)

According to The Boot Room, Norwegian talent Sindre Walle Egeli is on Newcastle's radar ahead of a potential summer move. Likened to footballing legend Arjen Robben, he has also attracted interest from the likes of RB Leipzig and Atalanta.

Jack Grealish (Manchester City)

According to the Sunday Express, AC Milan have joined Newcastle in the race to sign Manchester City winger Jack Grealish in the summer transfer window. Milan want to sign the Englishman on loan, and are willing to pay £40m for his permanent signature.

Bryan Mbeumo (Brentford)

According to CaughtOffside, Newcastle are ready to meet Brentford's asking price for Cameroon international winger Bryan Mbeumo in the summer transfer window, amid competition from fellow Premier League rivals Manchester United.

Francisco Trincao (Sporting)

According to The Daily Mirror, Newcastle, as well as fellow Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United, are keen on signing Sporting and Portugal international winger Francisco Trincao in the summer transfer window.

Semih Kilicsoy (Besiktas)

According to CaughtOffside, Newcastle, as well as fellow Premier League rivals Aston Villa, are leading the race to sign Besiktas striker Semih Kilicsoy in the summer transfer window. Fulham, Everton and Nottingham Forest are also interested from the English top flight.

Whisper+ hot rumour: Matheus Cunha (Wolves)

According to TEAMtalk, Newcastle have entered the race to sign Wolves star Matheus Cunha in the summer transfer window. The Brazilian has a release clause worth £62m.


Adam is a lead writer on Football Whispers. He is a big Arsenal fan, and also follows his local club Wealdstone, made famous by The Wealdstone Raider, who he has interviewed. Adam also follows darts, boxing, cricket and tennis, among many other sports.