In a recent report, journalist Mark Brus stated that Newcastle United are among the clubs hoping to land Red Bull Salzburg playmaker Oscar Gloukh. It has been mentioned that the Magpies would have to rival Arsenal and Aston Villa in the race to secure the services of the Israel international.
Gloukh’s Impressive Form In European Football This Season
Gloukh has made an impressive start to this campaign as he has put in a handful of eye-catching performances for Salzburg in the final third. The Israeli sensation has found the back of the net five times and secured three assists in 14 matches for the Austrian outfit this season across all competitions.
The 20-year-old has proven his worth as a reliable performer in Europe based on his average of 2.5 shots, 2.0 key passes and 3.5 dribbles per 90 minutes in the UEFA Champions League. He was even tidy when distributing possession in the final third, as evidenced by his pass completion rate of 82.6% in European football (stats via whoscored).
His current contract at the Austrian club will run out in the summer of 2027. Thus, it won’t be easy for the Magpies to sign him on a cut-price deal next year.
Is Gloukh A Good Fit For Newcastle United Boss Eddie Howe?
Gloukh is a good dribbler with the ball at his feet and can create some decent chances for others around him in the final third. He can strike the ball with power from long range and can chip in by scoring and creating his fair share of goals on the offensive third of the pitch.
The Israeli talent is primarily an attacking midfielder but can also operate as a box-to-box midfielder if needed. However, it remains to be seen whether he can cope with the physical side and high intensity of the Premier League if the Magpies manage to snap him up next year.
Gloukh would undoubtedly enhance the quality of Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe’s attack. He is good enough to fight for a regular starting place at St. James’ Park in the coming seasons. At 20, Gloukh has the potential to be a future star in English football which makes him a great fit for the Tyneside club‘s needs in the long run.
