Newcastle is discussing a deal to recruit a “ideal” partner for Sven Botman, according to reports.
According to Fichajes, Newcastle are “working on a deal” for Nice center-back Jean-Clair Todibo.
Over the summer, the French international was linked with a move to St James’ Park, where Fabrizio Romano reported that Newcastle and Manchester United scouts were observing the 23-year-old.
He has continued to shine in Ligue 1 since then and is set to make a huge move in 2024. According to the article, he is regarded as a †idealâ€TM partner for Sven Botman by Newcastleâ€TMs recruitment team, with Todibi a ball-playing defender who would provide some much-needed pace to our back line.
Todibo has four years left on his current agreement with Nice, but it is believed that Newcastle are willing to discuss a deal as we seek a right-sided centre-back capable of competing with — and eventually replacing — Fabian Schar.
The next few weeks are expected to be †keyâ€TM in the negotiations, implying that we are considering a January move for the former Barcelona prospect.
