Newcastle in advanced talks to sign Chelsea starlet on permanent transfer but Blues fans are fuming at the asking price
NEWCASTLE are in advanced talks to sign Chelsea wonderkid Lewis Hall – and Blues fans are fuming at his asking price.
The youngster broke into the first-team last season and impressed playing as a left wing-back.
Hall has attracted attention from Newcastle with his performances and Toon are now in talks for a deal worth around £30million.
The two clubs are discussing the structure of the deal and potential add-ons but a deal is close, according to Sky Sports.
But many fans feel that is not enough for a young player with big potential.
One supporter said: “Lewis Hall is better than both Chilwell and Cucurella and apparently we want £30m. I’d want £70m to even start a conversation, he’s a supreme talent. This could ruin the window.”
Another added: “I was just saying the same thing who in their right sense of mind would decide to sell Lewis Hall for £30m?”
A third wrote: “Any price below £50m is a big loss.”
And another commented: “Allowing Lewis all to go on a permanent transfer has to be the worst decision this summer. I hope it’s just one of those rumors.”
Hall reportedly penned a new six-year deal at Chelsea with the option for a further year, after a remarkable first 12 senior appearances at Stamford Bridge.
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Crystal Palace have made an offer to sign the versatile youngster on loan, but risk missing out due to Newcastle’s approach.
Chelsea need to balance the books after signing Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia or risk breaking financial fair play rules.
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