Former Leeds United striker Noel Whelan has urged Callum Hudson-Odoi to join Newcastle United. Reports have linked the Chelsea winger with a move to the Magpies a s Raheem Sterling looks set to arrive at Stamford Bridge.
Manchester City are expected to finalise the England international’s £45million departure in the coming weeks after a six-year stint at the Etihad Stadium. Hudson-Odoi was already struggling for game time before Sterling’s expected arrival - starting just 10 Premier League games last season.
Toon chiefs are reportedly keen on signing a winger this summer as attention turns to bolstering the attack. Defensive reinforcements have been prioritised on Tyneside so far, with Matt Targett, Nick Pope and Sven Botman committing their futures to Newcastle.