Newcastle United are interested in signing Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly at the end of the season.
According to the Daily Mail, Newcastle are aiming to sign the midfielder at a discount when his contract expires in the summer. The 25-year-old has been a consistent performer for the Cherries in the Premier League, and he has been linked with several other clubs.
Signing a player of his caliber and experience on a free transfer would be a tremendous value for Newcastle, and it remains to be seen whether they can complete the transaction.
They will need to add additional talent and depth to their defense unit over the summer, and Kelly will undoubtedly help them. The 25-year-old can play as both a central defender and a left back. The chance to join an ambitious club like Newcastle may be an appealing option for him.
Lloyd Kelly could be temped to join Newcastle
Newcastle competed in the Champions League this season, and while they may not finish in the top four next year, they have an interesting project and vast resources to construct a great squad in the near future. Kelly may be persuaded to join them this summer if he receives a lucrative deal.
According to the source, Steve Nickson is now in talks to sign the player at the end of the season, with Newcastle hoping to install him as their next sporting director.
Kelly is in the peak of his career and will look to assist Newcastle win significant trophies in the future seasons.
