Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab are close to signing Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, it has been reported. GiveMeSport.
The club are looking to strengthen their goalkeeper position in January, with Dubravka as their main target.
With his contract set to expire at the end of the season and Odysseas Vlachodimos also on the books, Newcastle may consider selling Dubravka if they receive an acceptable offer.
The Slovakia international has been a key player for Newcastle, with 165 appearances and 48 clean sheets.
Despite being a first-team regular during his early years at the club, Dubravka has seen his role diminish, particularly after his loan spell at Manchester United.
Since the arrival of Nick Pope in the summer of 2022, Dubravka has fallen down the pecking order.
The goalkeeper is better off parting ways with the Magpies if he wants to get more game time.
Will Martin Dubravka leave Newcastle United?
The 35-year-old goalkeeper has little time left in his career and the sooner he gets away from St James’ Park the better.
Limited playing time has frustrated Dubravka, and he may look to leave the club in the next transfer window.
With his contract expiring soon, this window could be Newcastle’s last chance to sell him and recoup a transfer fee.
According to the report, Eddie Howe’s side are still interested in signing Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford, but a move for the goalkeeper would only be possible in the summer transfer window.
Along with the goalkeeper, the Magpies could lose midfielder Sandro Tonali next year as the club will soon have to deal with profit and sustainability rules and may have to sell players to comply with strict Premier League regulations.
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2024-12-27 12:32:00
