A major update has emerged on Newcastle United’s January transfer window plans, regarding Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey…

What’s the talk?

Journalist Jonathan Shrager has claimed that the Magpies are not in talks over a deal for the Welsh international this month.

He Tweeted: “I am told that there are currently no conversations between Newcastle United and Aaron Ramsey’s representatives regarding a possible January transfer.”

This comes after Italian outlet Calcio Mercato claimed that the two sides were discussing a move for the former Arsenal man, with Shrager pouring cold water on that particular fire.

Deflation

This update will surely deflate Newcastle fans who may have been excited at the prospect of the Welshman arriving at St. James’ Park this month.

The midfielder is vastly experienced in the top-flight. Ramsey managed 65 goals and 65 assists in 371 matches for Arsenal, having made 262 Premier League appearances for the Gunners. This shows that he knows what it takes to perform in the English top-flight.

He has played 49 Serie A games for Juventus, scoring five goals and providing six assists for the Italian giants, showing that he has been able to make a positive contribution on the pitch in Italy as well as England at the top level.

Arsenal legend Martin Keown once lauded his talents, saying: “Playing in a deeper role, as he did under Arsene Wenger – I think that’s the best role for him. If you want Ozil and him in the same team. He’s so important to everything they do. It’s the energy – the box-to-box energy. He’s become an outstanding technician.”

Therefore, he could have been an excellent addition to Eddie Howe’s squad. He has proven his ability for Juventus and Arsenal and would have come in to provide a big lift to the Magpies in their battle against relegation, with his experience helping those around him and his goals and assists potentially winning vital points for the side.

This is why fans will be deflated and frustrated with the news that the club are not in talks over a deal for him. Although, the transfer window only opened this week and Howe has plenty of time to pursue a move for the midfielder – providing another team does not snap him up – and, based on his statistics, Newcastle should do just that.

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