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NEWCASTLE SCOUTS TRACK JOAQUIN SEYS AS SCHAR AND BURN REMAIN SIDELINED

Newcastle United scouts are tracking Joaquin Seys as a solution to their defensive crisis. See how the Belgian star fits Howe's plan.

Newcastle scouts track Joaquin Seys as Schar and Burn remain sidelined
Newcastle is weighing up a formal bid for Club Brugge star Joaquin Seys

Newcastle United scouts are tracking Club Brugge’s Joaquin Seys, and honestly, it’s no surprise. Eddie Howe’s desperate for fresh options in defence right now. The story first came from Craig Hope at the Daily Mail, who pointed out that Newcastle are drawn to Seys because he can slot in just about anywhere across the backline.

Injuries have hammered Newcastle’s defence this season. They haven’t brought anyone in yet during the January window, but with Tino Livramento and Dan Burn both out, and Fabian Schar facing a long spell on the sidelines, they really don’t have much choice. The squad’s stretched thin, and everyone at the club knows it.

That’s why Seys stands out. He’s only 20, but he’s already a regular at Club Brugge and can play comfortably on either side. Newcastle want players who give them options, especially with so many matches in different competitions. Says fits the bill perfectly.

With the transfer deadline looming, the recruitment team at Newcastle is weighing up whether to make a formal move. Signing Seys would ease the pressure on Howe’s current backline and finally give him the cover he’s been missing this season.

Says just fits the way Howe wants to play. He’s got the energy and strength to handle that constant, high-intensity pressing game. He’s direct, aggressive, and likes to push forward—a lot like what you see from Trippier or Lewis Hall. Since he’s comfortable on both flanks, Howe can shuffle things around without worrying about the quality dropping off.

But it’s more than just his skills with the ball. Seys brings a certain grit. He’s tough, he tackles hard, and he’s not afraid to get stuck in from the first whistle. That’s exactly the kind of attitude Newcastle fans expect, and Howe demands. Sure, he’s still learning, but his Champions League minutes show he’s got the mentality for big nights.

Bringing in Seys now wouldn’t just patch up the defensive crisis—it would lock in a top prospect for the future. Newcastle need results now, but they’re also building something. Says just feels like the right move.

NEWCASTLE FANS DEMAND TACTICAL SHIFT AFTER "DULL" GOALLESS DRAW AT BOTTOM-CLUB WOLVES

Newcastle’s Champions League hopes dented! Discover why Eddie Howe’s "predictable" tactics failed to break down bottom-club Wolves.

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Eddie Howe refuses to change his system during Newcastle’s away struggles?

Newcastle United just can’t seem to find their rhythm in the Premier League this season, especially when they leave home. Their away form? Pretty rough.

Right now, you can almost predict exactly how Newcastle will play. That’s part of the problem. The head coach has to shake things up, especially on the road.

Look at the numbers: just two wins from eleven away games in the league. They had a golden chance to grab a third on Sunday but ended up with a 0-0 draw against Wolverhampton Wanderers, who are stuck at the bottom of the table.

Wolves hadn’t lost in three league matches and had just picked up their first win of the season against West Ham. Even so, they were 15 points from safety and 25 behind Newcastle before the match started.

So, how does a team pushing for the Champions League a) not win, and b) take 84 minutes to even get a shot on target? If you’ve paid attention to Newcastle this season, you probably saw it coming.

Their home record is the only thing keeping their season afloat. Eight unbeaten at St. James’ Park. Sure, performances have swung all over the place—sometimes chaotic, sometimes just plain dull—but they get results at home.

Take away the St James’ Park atmosphere, though, and what’s left? Besides wins over Everton and Burnley, Newcastle have been flat and predictable on their travels. The Wolves game just hammered that home.

The football’s been sideways, backwards, or in endless triangles. They barely created anything, apart from a few hopeful balls into the box and a Trippier free kick that only found the side netting.

This team needs a spark, something different, or else nothing’s going to change. Maybe it’ll still be enough to scrape into Europe, since the league table’s so tight, but nobody’s getting excited about this.

Eddie Howe keeps talking about tweaks to his system, but to most fans, it’s 4-3-3 every week, and the results keep repeating themselves. It’s on him to find some answers.

It’s obvious Newcastle needs someone creative to break teams down, but it’s not like they haven’t spent big—over £218 million went into the attack last summer.

Nick Woltemade can’t buy a goal right now—seven games without one. Take him out, and Yoane Wissa, Anthony Elanga, and Jacob Ramsey have only managed one goal between them. That trio alone cost nearly £150 million.

Sure, the players have to step up, but it’s Howe’s job to get more out of them. If he finally manages it, maybe Newcastle will start looking like a team that can win away from home again.

THE SECRET REASON WHY NEWCASTLE UNITED ARE DELAYING THE TARIK MUHAREMOVIC TRANSFER BID

Tarik Muharemovic is on Newcastle's radar to solve their defensive crisis. Discover why a January deal is currently off the table

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Tarik Muharemovic Is Secretly Excited About A Potential Move To St James Park

Tarik Muharemovic has been impressive for Sassuolo, and Premier League clubs have definitely noticed. Right now, though, a January move looks off the table. Newcastle United aren’t making a push for him this month. Maybe those changes come in summer—let’s see if they circle back for the Bosnian international when the season wraps up.

Honestly, Muharemovic looks ready for the Premier League. He’d be a smart pick for Newcastle down the line, especially with their defence needing some fresh legs. They can’t lean on Fabian Schar and Dan Burn forever, and a 22-year-old with this much potential is tough to ignore.

Muharemovic’s got the talent to hold his own in England, and you can bet he’d be excited about a move to Newcastle. Still, Pete O’Rourke told Football Insider there’s no chance of a January deal. According to him, Newcastle aren’t planning to make a move right now. He sees this as a longer-term play, maybe for the summer. January’s just too tricky—Sassuolo won’t want to lose him halfway through their season anyway.

O’Rourke also said Newcastle will keep an eye on him and keep tracking his progress, but if they decide to get serious, it’s probably a summer thing.

And you know what? A move to Newcastle could really tempt Muharemovic. The club has a lot going for it—ambition, money, and a squad that’s hungry for silverware. They just won the EFL Cup and want more. Defence is the weak spot, and a young, talented player like Muharemovic could help them chase bigger trophies.

Money won’t be a problem for Newcastle—they’re among the richest clubs around. If they want Muharemovic, they can get him. Sassuolo may not want to lose a key player, but if Newcastle puts a strong offer on the table, it’s hard to imagine they’ll hold onto him. And honestly, the defender would probably jump at the chance to play in the Premier League.

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