Newcastle United identify the player they want to sign in January transfer window

Newcastle United had an underwhelming summer transfer window and they failed to sign a number of their transfer targets.

Before the start of the transfer window, it looked like the Magpies will be among the busiest teams in the Premier League this summer.

However, they failed to strengthen the squad like manager Eddie Howe would have wanted and ended the transfer window with their failed pursuit of Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi.

Signing a defender is something they are targeting in the January transfer window and they have identified their transfer target.

According to InterLive, the Magpies could consider a move for Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries in January.

As per the report, the Premier League club could be looking to make an £18m move for the Dutch defender in January.

The player, who has attracted interest from Seria A rivals Juventus, has entered the final year of his contract and he is set to become a free agent at the end of the season if he does not sign a new deal.

Newcastle could wait until the end of the season to sign the Netherlands international as he will be available for free.

Dumfries is one of the best attacking full-backs in Europe at the moment. The Dutchman likes to join the attack with his forward runs and provides the attackers an extra opportunity to create something.

Newcastle United need a new right-back

The right-side of the Newcastle defense needs some attention with Kieran Trippier facing an uncertain future at the club and Tino Livramento yet to show his best.

The Dutchman has started the season on the bench for Inter Milan and the January transfer window could provide him the best opportunity for a move away from the club if his situation remains the same.

Newcastle can sign the player in a bargain deal due to his contract situation but the Toon Army should expect tough competition from other clubs to sign the Dutchman.