‘Dream move’ – Brazil striker with 123 goals now eager to join Newcastle

Magnus Eriksen

RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL - SEPTEMBER 15: Gabriel Barbosa of Flamengo competes for the ball with Fernando Henrique of Gremio during a second leg quarter final match of Copa Do Brasil between Flamengo and Gremio at Maracana Stadium on September 15, 2021 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. For the first time after the beginning of COVID-19 restrictions, fans are being allowed back in the stadium for local games. In orther to access fans need to present a negative PCR test result and their COVID-19 vaccination card. (Photo by Wagner Meier/Getty Images)

Gabriel Barbosa is reportedly eager to seal a transfer to Newcastle United this summer.

The prolific Brazilian forward, nicknamed ‘Gabigol’ has long been tipped for stardom at the highest level, but struggled during a spell with Inter Milan earlier in his career.

Barbosa is currently a star player for Flamengo, having scored an impressive 123 goals in 183 games for the Brazilian side.

Newcastle have been linked with the 25-year-old in recent times, and it seems he would also be keen on the prospect of a move to St James’ Park.

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Newcastle have also been linked with other strikers, including Dominic Calvert-Lewin of Everton and Armando Broja of Chelsea, who impressed on loan at Southampton last season.