In a recent report, The Telegraph mentioned that Newcastle United have launched a player-plus-cash move for Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Max Kilman. It has been stated that the Magpies have offered Elliot Anderson plus cash for the English centre-back which was rejected by Wolves.
Kilman’s Impressive Season In The Premier League
Kilman has been a solid presence at the heart of Wolves’ defence over the past ten months. The 27-year-old scored two goals and grabbed one assist in 44 matches for his current employers last season across multiple competitions.
The London-born talent has been a decent performer on the defensive end of the field based on his average of 1.2 tackles, 1.0 interceptions and 4.7 clearances per 90 minutes in the Premier League. He has even been tidy when distributing the ball from the back after making 86.3% of his attempted passes in the English first division (stats via whoscored).
His current contract at the Molineux Stadium will run out in the summer of 2028. Hence, it won’t be easy for the Magpies to get a deal done for him unless they can convince the West Midlands club to part ways with their prized asset.
Is Kilman A Good Choice For Newcastle United Head Coach Eddie Howe?
Kilman is a tough-tackling defender who can time his challenges well to secure the ball back for his team inside his half. He doesn’t mind putting his foot through the ball when needed and excels at playing his way out from the back.
Standing at 1.94m, Kilman can use his strong frame to dominate the opposition attackers in the air. However, he can be a bit slow to recover when chasing the opposition down inside his half.
The English sensation has got a wealth of experience in the Premier League and won’t take much time to adjust to life at St. James’ Park. Therefore, the Magpies would be wise to move in with another offer for the talented defender ahead of the new campaign.
At 27, Kilman is about to enter his prime which makes him a worthy target for the Tyneside club to consider in this transfer period. With all things considered, he would be an excellent choice for Newcastle to pursue this off-season.
