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65 million is too expensive! Magpie s defense line signing plan B is exposed, and the goal is directly aimed at Liverpool s future core

1:01am, 16 June 2025【Football】

The "Magpies Legion" Newcastle United's defense line upgrade plan is in full swing this summer. However, after missing out on their favorite sign-free goals, Kelly (joining Bournemouth) and Adarabioyo (who switched to Chelsea), they seem to be in trouble again in the transfer of No. 1 pick Mark Guy.

Newcastle has always regarded Crystal Palace's England international central defender Guy as the first choice for signings, but the opponent's club has marked it with a sky-high price of up to £65 million, which is undoubtedly an insurmountable obstacle for Newcastle, which has always been a careful budget.

Faced with the dilemma, coach Eddie Howe and his signing team had to launch Plan B. According to the latest news, an ambitious name appears on their radar - Liverpool's superstar, Jarrell Quanza!

This 21-year-old Red Army youth training treasure ushered in a phenomenal explosion last season. With his calm temperament and excellent technical ability, he has made as many as 33 appearances for Liverpool in various competitions. His performance has not only conquered Anfield fans, but has also been widely regarded as the cornerstone of Liverpool's future defense.

Because of this, it is easy to imagine how difficult it is to "pliminate" Kwaanza from Liverpool. It is almost impossible for the Red Army senior executives to consider any form of offer, because they have long regarded Kwaanza as a "non-sale product" of the club and an important part of the future.

However, Newcastle does not seem to give up. The report pointed out that the Magpie may try to "moving with emotion" and use "absolute main position" as bait to attract the young central defender. After all, in Liverpool, he has two insurmountable mountains, Van Dijk and Connate. Considering that the team's two major central defenders Botman and captain Russells are still recovering from severe knee injuries, Newcastle's demand for top central defenders is imminent, and they can indeed provide a stable playing time that Quanza cannot get at Liverpool for the time being.

Although the success rate of this deal seems to be minimal and even a bit "whimsical", this just reflects Newcastle's current ambitions and their team-building strategy to introduce high-potential young talents. Can the Magpie stage a good show of "tiger teeth pulling out" and convince Liverpool to let go of its future core? This remains to be seen. But what is certain is that in order to strengthen the defense, Newcastle has begun to cast wide nets and look for all possible opportunities.

For now, Kwaanza is a bold, even "reckless" alternative to the sky-high signing of Gei.