Newcastle United ready to battle Sunderland in the race for forward

Newcastle United is actively pursuing Dinamo Zagreb forward Dion Beljo in the transfer market, according to recent reports. The club's scouts were present at the Stadium of Light to observe Beljo's performance against Sunderland, where he scored a crucial goal in a 2-0 victory. Beljo boasts an impressive record of "17 goals in 17 games" this season, with a total of "115 appearances across 269 games."

This strong form has garnered interest from several top clubs, including Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Everton, Brighton, and Brentford, all of whom have shown interest in the Croatian striker. Newcastle's interest in Beljo stems from their desire to bolster their attacking options, as their current forward options may be lacking in certain aspects.

The club's scouts are monitoring Beljo closely, particularly his performances against English opponents, as this provides a more accurate assessment of his abilities. With the January transfer window fast approaching, Newcastle must decide whether to pursue Beljo or wait and see how his form develops further.