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Newcastle United attacking target revealed as club firm up January transfer plans

Newcastle United have been linked with a January move for Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Drena Bjelo…

By Scott Wilson · The Northern Echo

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 3:58 PM

Key Things to Know

Newcastle United are targeting a January move for Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Drena Bjelo.
The 24-year-old Croatian forward is valued at approximately £20m.
Senior Newcastle scouts recently watched Bjelo score in a Europa League match against Sunderland.

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Newcastle United are targeting a permanent January transfer for Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Drena Bjelo to increase their attacking options. Head coach Matthias Jaissle and sporting director Ross Wilson are holding recruitment meetings during the international break, with scouts recently watching the 24-year-old Croatian forward. Bjelo is valued at approximately £20m.

Newcastle have financial flexibility under Premier League financial rules to complete a mid-season signing without needing immediate January sales. The club is seeking reinforcement as Will Osula remains their only natural available central striker, while Nick Woltemade is on loan at Juventus.

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