Jose Mourinho's past comments have offered Newcastle United fans an insight into what the Magpies might be getting in Eric Bailly this summer. Bailly has been reportedly offered to Newcastle by Manchester United this summer at a cut-rate price, with the Magpies keen to explore all possible avenues to improve their defensive options.
Currently, Newcastle's top target is Lille defender Sven Botman, who they were also chasing in January. Botman is said to remain keen on a move to Newcastle but talks have been frustrated by Lille playing hardball over the Dutch defender.
Newcastle may need to look elsewhere if they don't end up landing Botman, which could see them move for Bailly.
