Newcastle's lack of cutting edge up front was a major problem in their defeats to Coventry and Aston Villa…
Sean McCormick argues that William Osula could be the solution to Newcastle United's attacking struggles under manager Matthias Jaissle ahead of Sunday's match against Crystal Palace. Osula has been sidelined for two months following an injury sustained against Liverpool, while alternatives Yoane Wissa and Matias Fernandez-Pardo have managed only one goal between them during his absence.
Newcastle struggled in attack against Aston Villa, generating just one shot on target despite delivering 25 crosses into the penalty area. McCormick suggests that with Wissa and Fernandez-Pardo misfiring up front, a fit Osula provides the physical presence and finishing ability Jaissle needs.
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