Newcastle Among Clubs Tracking Championship Full-Back
Newcastle United’s search for another full-back continues as the Magpies look to strengthen one of the thinnest areas of his squad before the Premier League season begins. NUFC only has Tino Livramento on the right and Lewis Hall on the left side, making the addition of two full-backs or a versatile one one of the […]
Newcastle United is pursuing the recruitment of Championship defender Kellen Fisher, according to TEAMtalk. The Magpies have identified Fisher, a 22-year-old England Under-21 international, as one of the top-rated young full-backs in the lower division. Norwich City, however, has indicated they have no intention of selling Fisher, a 22-year-old who has been with the Canaries since 2023 for a fee of just €120,000 and is under contract until 2028 with an additional year option.
Despite his impressive 47 appearances in all competitions last season, including 43 in the Championship, Fisher's market value is estimated at around £3 million. Whether Newcastle can secure a deal with Norwich remains uncertain, as the club has firmly stated their intent to retain Fisher, who is seen as a key part of their plans for promotion this season.
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