Premier League promotion rivals Fulham are going all out to sign Newcastle United striker Almiron in a last-minute move before the summer transfer window closes, according to a new report from transfer market authority Alex Crook. The 30-year-old South American striker has been mired in transfer rumors all summer and is apparently no longer in manager Eddie Howe's plans for the new season. Almiron was only given the chance to come on as a substitute in the 89th minute of last weekend's game against Bournemouth, further confirming the rumors of his imminent departure.
Almiron has been an important part of the team since joining Newcastle United from Atlanta United in January 2019, making a total of 210 appearances in all competitions for the Magpies, contributing 30 goals and 12 assists, making him an integral part of the team's attacking side. However, with tactical adjustments and personnel changes, he gradually lost his starting position, which prompted him to consider looking for a new stage. Previously, he was closely linked with rumors of a move to Charlotte FC of Major League Soccer, but failed to materialize due to the transfer fee.
Now, Fulham's intervention offers Almiron a chance to stay in the Premier League and continue to prove his mettle. For the striker, who is eager to show his skills at a higher level, joining Fulham is an attractive option. Fulham also hope that by bringing in Almiron, the team's attacking firepower will be strengthened, adding more chances of winning in the new season of the Premier League.
With the countdown to Almiron's departure, Newcastle United will also face the challenge of finding a new right winger. Head coach Eddie Howe has already begun preparations to find a suitable candidate to fill Almiron's vacancy before the transfer window closes to ensure that the team's competitiveness will not be affected in the new season. The final outcome of this transfer drama will undoubtedly attract a lot of attention from Premier League fans.
