Newcastle United plotting raid on relegation-threatened Premier League club for back-up for Lewis Hall
A new left back is definitely on the shopping list for Newcastle United in the summer, with Lewis Hall as Eddie Howe's only viable option in that position next season, as things stand.
Dan Burn has deputised at left-back plenty of times, but the 33-year-old's lack of pace has always been an issue, and he's certainly not getting any quicker.
Lewis Hall will be the team's first choice in that position going forward for as long as he's at the club if he keeps putting in performances as he has over the last two campaigns, but we still need another option.
We need to manage his time as he has had a few injury problems, and he's currently being run into the ground.
Newcastle are keeping tabs on Wolves full-back Hugo Bueno
According to Football Insider, Newcastle have their eye on a potential summer target as they look towards Wolverhampton Wanderers' Hugo Bueno.
The 23-year-old has been one of the few Wolves players to impress this season as the Midlands side has endured a torrid time in the Premier League.
Nothing short of a miracle can preserve their Premier League status this season, which means Newcastle could be ready to pounce to find themselves a bargain in the summer.
Hugo Buneo could be a good backup option for Lewis Hall
It's hard to judge just how well Hugo Bueno would fit into Newcastle's team as he's been surrounded by dross all season, but if you are able to stand out in such a poor side, you must be doing something right.
The report makes no attempt to suggest a valuation for Bueno or what Wolves would be asking for should they be keen to sell in the summer, but we don't expect the former Spain Under-21 international will cost Newcastle too much.
Our apprehension comes from the source of the story. While several outlets have picked up the story, they all point back to Football Insider as the source, which leaves us in the 'doubtful' camp.
