Newcastle United Are Eager To Land This Experienced Keeper: Should Howe Go For Him?

Newcastle United wants to bolster their roster this summer, and they are keen to sign Queens Park Rangers keeper Asmir Begovic.

According to a recent rumor from West London Sport, Newcastle United is keen to sign Asmir Begovic, the keeper from Queens Park Rangers. It has been reported, though, that the Magpies may have competition from West Ham United and a few Saudi teams for the services of the seasoned goalkeeper this summer.

Begovic’s Impressive Season At Loftus Road

The 36-year-old has had a good season with the London club, where he has performed admirably for them in the EFL Championship. Begovic made 46 appearances for QPR in various competitions last season, giving up 60 goals and maintaining 13 clean sheets.

The veteran keeper has done well to average 0.5 clearances and 4.7 long balls per game in the EFL Championship. However, he has lacked quality when distributing the ball from the back after completing 64.7% of his attempted passes in the English second tier (stats via whoscored).

His current contract at Loftus Road will expire at the end of this month. Hence, the Magpies could sign him on a free transfer later this summer.

Should Newcastle United Boss Eddie Howe Go For Begovic?

Begovic can be a safe pair of hands in between the sticks when he is playing well and with confidence on the field. He is a good handler of the ball and can use his quick reflexes to make a few solid saves at the back.

With his extensive English football experience, Begovic should have no trouble adjusting to life at Newcastle provided Eddie Howe can work out a deal for him during the summer transfer window.

Begovic has reached the end of his playing career at the age of 36. Even yet, if the Magpies intend to extend an offer to him for a short contract this summer, they would be well served by bringing him in. He is competent enough to play a supporting role in the Tyneside club’s lineup the following year.

Begovic possesses the abilities to succeed at St. James’ Park in the near future. Thus, before the next campaign begins, Howe should concentrate on pursuing a free agent similar to him. There are still doubts, though, about his ability to keep up his strong play in Premier League games.