Newcastle target Monaco defender in bid to bolster backline | OneFootball

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Elliott Bretland·23 January 2019

Newcastle target Monaco defender in bid to bolster backline

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Newcastle have been linked with a move for Monaco left-back Antonio Barreca.

According to Sky Italia, the Magpies are interested in signing the Italian this month from struggling Monaco.


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It is understood Rafa Benítez is on the lookout for an attacking full-back and Barreca could be the man.

Eager to get forward, Barreca has two assists in nine appearances for the Ligue 1 side this season.

After a torrid campaign – Monaco are currently 19th and three points from safety – the former Torino man could be tempted by a move to the Premier League.

However, Barreca would be swapping one relegation battle for another as it stands, with Newcastle just two points above the drop zone.