Newcastle United is intensifying its efforts to secure new players for manager Eddie Howe, with ongoing discussions for Switzerland midfielder Johan Manzambi and emerging as frontrunners for Ivory Coast winger Bazoumana Toure.
Manzambi, a box-to-box midfielder who plays for Freiburg in Germany, has impressed during the World Cup with two goals against Bosnia and a man-of-the-match performance, in addition to another goal in his country's 2-1 victory over Canada. The 20-year-old is considered a player with significant future potential and was named the Europa League Young Player of the Season after Freiburg's final loss to Aston Villa.
Toure, also 20, is an inverted left winger who currently plays in the Bundesliga for Hoffenheim. Known for his speed and effectiveness in one-on-one situations, Toure is seen as a potential replacement for Anthony Gordon, who was sold to Barcelona.
In separate discussions with Tottenham Hotspur regarding Sandro Tonali, Newcastle has also inquired about the situation of Archie Gray. However, sources indicate that Newcastle has not yet made a formal bid for Gray. Tonali reportedly remains hopeful for an agreement on his transfer fee, having expressed his desire to join Spurs to Roberto de Zerbi. Negotiations are continuing, with Newcastle awaiting revised financial figures.