Newcastle weighing up late offer for 24-yr-old, but face competition from West Ham – originally posted on Sportslens.com
Newcastle United and West Ham United are thought to be interested in signing the Lyon left-back Maxwel Cornet before the transfer window closes.
According to 90min, the two Premier League clubs are now considering a late offer for the 24-year-old defender who has been linked with the likes of Burnley and Hertha Berlin as well.
The Magpies could definitely use more depth in the full-back areas and Cornet could prove to be a quality acquisition for them.
As per reports, Burnley have submitted a £15 million bid for the Ivorian defender and it seems highly unlikely that Newcastle will be able to outmuscle them financially.
The Magpies have already spent a massive chunk of their budget on the signing of Joe Willock from Arsenal.
Meanwhile, the Hammers need to bring in a quality long term alternative to Aaron Cresswell and Cornet certainly fits the profile.
The Londoners are likely to have the resources to sign the player as well.
A potential move to the Premier League could be tempting for the Ivorian defender and West Ham are probably the most attractive proposition out of all the clubs linked with a move for him.
The Hammers can provide him with European football and they are playing at a high level in the Premier League as well.
It remains to be seen where the 24-year-old defender ends up eventually.
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Author:Sai