Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe’s reported interest in long-term target James Maddison and Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic continues to make headlines – but may not make sense, given the Magpies’ spending last summer.
However, there are alternatives to Maddison and Pulisic available whose arrival would not see United break the bank – or Financial Fair Play rules.
Here, we look at three players who would come cheaper than the Leicester midfielder and USA international, but would not necessarily offer significantly less on the pitch than either player.
