Newcastle United had an underwhelming summer transfer window and failed to sign some of their transfer targets.
Before the start of the transfer market, it looked like the Magpies would be among the busiest teams in the Premier League this summer.
However, they were unable to strengthen the squad as manager Eddie Howe would have liked and ended the transfer window with their failed pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.
Landing a defender is something they are targeting in the January transfer window and have identified their transfer target.
according to InterLivethe Magpies could consider a move for Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries in January.
According to the report, the Premier League club could be eyeing an £18m move for the Dutch defender in January.
The player, who has attracted interest from Serie A rivals Juventus, has entered the final year of his contract and is set to become a free agent at the end of the season if he does not sign a new contract.
Newcastle could wait until the end of the season to sign the Netherlands international as he will be available on a free transfer.
Dumfries is one of the best attacking full-backs in Europe at the moment. The Dutchman likes to join the attack with his forward runs and gives attackers an extra chance to create something.
Newcastle United need a new right-back
The right-back in Newcastle’s defense needs some attention, with Kieran Trippier facing an uncertain future at the club and Tino Livramento yet to show his best.
The Dutchman has started the season on the bench at Inter Milan and the January transfer window could offer him the best opportunity to move away from the club if his situation remains the same.
Newcastle can sign the player in a deal due to his contract situation, but the Toon Army should expect stiff competition from other clubs to sign the Dutchman.
