da 888： According to reports from The Northern Echo, Newcastle are eyeing a transfer swoop for Liverpool midfielder Lucas Leiva.
da brdice： The South American veteran has reportedly been told to find employment elsewhere this summer after ten seasons at Anfield, registering 344 appearances across all competitions.
Owner Mike Ashley has previously ruled out signing players over 30 but could make an exception for the former Brazil international as Rafa Benitez looks to add vital experience to the base of his engine room ahead of Newcastle’s return to the Premier League.
Indeed, Leiva may not offer the Magpies much longevity at the age of 30 but he knows the top flight inside out and is famed for the simple-yet-effective service he offers in defensive midfield.
He’s also well acquainted with Rafa Benitez from their time together on Merseyside, but considering many Newcastle fans want their club to achieve more than simply survival next season, Leiva doesn’t represent the most inspiring of additions either.
So, Toon Army, would you back a summer transfer swoop for the £4million-rated enforcer? Let us know by voting below…