Eintracht Frankfurt Poised to Sign William Osula Following Newcastle’s Withdrawal

Eintracht Frankfurt seem to be regaining momentum in their pursuit of William Osula, as Newcastle United abruptly withdrew from negotiations for the Danish forward just as the deal was nearing completion.

According to a report from Sport Bild, as cited by Bundesliga News, both clubs had already come to an agreement for an initial loan arrangement that included a €20 million option to buy. However, Newcastle unexpectedly decided to back out right before finalizing the agreement.

Limited Opportunities at Newcastle

Due to limited playing time under Eddie Howe, Osula has found himself largely sidelined this season, primarily making appearances as a substitute or in cup matches.

Stuttgart’s Interest Dwindling

Insiders from Sport Bild indicate that VfB Stuttgart has shown interest in the young striker, yet their chances of successfully signing him seem minimal.

Both clubs have recently collaborated, highlighted by Nick Woltemade’s record £69 million transfer from Stuttgart to Newcastle over the summer. However, Stuttgart’s financial limitations make a permanent deal for Osula highly improbable, positioning Eintracht Frankfurt as the frontrunner in this situation.

Frankfurt’s Intentions

Eintracht Frankfurt aims to bolster their offensive capabilities ahead of the second half of the Bundesliga season, especially after encountering difficulties with scoring consistently.

Manager Dino Toppmöller reportedly holds a strong admiration for Osula’s talents and potential.

Future Negotiations

It remains uncertain whether Newcastle will revisit discussions under new terms. The Magpies may lean toward an initial loan coupled with a mandatory purchase clause, which would allow them to secure a guaranteed fee.

Currently, Frankfurt stands as the favorite to acquire the Danish forward, with negotiations anticipated to continue ahead of the January transfer window.