Newcastle United transfer target Garang Kuol missed out on the chance to prove his worth on the big stage with Australia on Thursday, failing to make it off the bench in the 1-0 win over neighbours New Zealand. The 18-year-old prospect earned a surprise call-up to the national side last month and could have had the chance to show Magpies chiefs exactly how good he is during the international friendly.
Newcastle 's very own Chris Wood started the game for New Zealand but won't be able to take any form of scouting report home for the Magpies after failing to come up against the Central Coast Marines youngster during his own 71 minutes on the pitch. Kuol has flourished at the Australian side over the last 12 months and reports suggest he has already been offered to Newcastle, who could potentially loan him out upon arrival.
Eddie Howe's side have not commented on the reports so far but it is well known that sporting director Dan Ashworth is keen on raising the quality levels of the club's youth setup. However, reports north of the border suggest Celtic may also be interested in signing the teenage sensation due to manager Ange Postecoglou and his Australia connection.
