Newcastle still pushing for James Maddison

Newcastle United have reportedly not given up hope of signing Leicester Metropolis midfielder James Maddison, regardless of having been rebuffed by the Foxes up to now.

What’s the phrase?

Based on journalist Fabrizio Romano, in his CaughtOffside column via Substack, the Magpies are set to make an additional try to signal the 25-year-old this summer season, having already seen two bids rejected up to now – the latter of which totalled a charge of round £50m.

The switch insider wrote: “Newcastle will push once more for the switch of James Maddison after having two presents rejected. It’s a difficult deal, although, as a result of Leicester insist there isn’t any worth for Maddison – Brendan Rodgers has publicly commented that Maddison will not be on the market.”

As Romano alluded to, Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has seemingly tried to quash any hypothesis concerning the Englishman by stating he’s not on the market, albeit with some quarters suggesting {that a} £60m provide may very well be sufficient to tempt the Midlands aspect into letting him depart.

World-class

Beforehand dubbed “world-class” by Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate for his set-piece prowess, Maddison might effectively change into the star attraction at St James’ Park have been to make the change earlier than the September deadline, having confirmed himself an elite performer in latest occasions on the King Energy Stadium.

The previous Norwich Metropolis man – who joined his present aspect on a £20m deal again in 2018 – has scored 45 targets and offered 33 assists in 171 video games in all competitions for the Foxes, cementing himself as the important thing inventive pressure in Rodgers’ aspect.

Final time period proved significantly fruitful because the £45m-rated maestro scored 12 targets and registered eight assists in 35 Premier League video games, recording a shocking common match ranking of seven.32 within the course of, as per SofaScore – the very best amongst his present teammates.

The £110k-per-week sensation has additionally obtained the brand new season off to a robust begin after registering an help within the 2-2 draw with Brentford on Sunday, teeing up teammate Timothy Castagne with a scrumptious and welcoming nook kick.

Such a second of high quality may have caught the attention of these again within the northeast, with the 5 foot 9 gem solely serving to rubberstamp simply why Eddie Howe and co are so determined to signal him, with Newcastle at present crying out for extra attacking reinforcements.

At a membership which has seen the likes of Paul Gascoigne and Peter Beardsley thrive in a playmaking position in years passed by, Maddison might show to change into the following world-class determine to tackle that mantle.