Newcastle are in pole position to sign Luis Suarez

"Eddie Howe's Newcastle United are leading the race to sign Sporting CP attacking sensation Luis Suarez this summer. The Colombian international is enjoying a sensational debut campaign at Sporting CP, and his performances haven't gone unnoticed. A number of top clubs want to prise him away from the Portuguese club, and Newcastle United are one of them."

"According to Correio da Manha via SportWitness, the Magpies are frontrunners to sign Luis Suarez, who has 44 goal contributions in his debut campaign in Portugal. The Tyneside club have already enquired about the availability of the 28-year-old. Suarez made the move to Sporting last summer from UD Almeria in a deal worth 22.95 million."

"They brought him in to replace Viktor Gyokeres, who had left the club to join Arsenal. He has certainly filled the void left by the Swedish striker, with 35 goals and nine assists in 50 outings. His performances have caught the attention of Newcastle United, who are in the market for a new striker. They haven't been able to successfully replace Alexander Isak, who forced an exit last summer."

"The Tyneside club are leading the race for his signature, but securing his services still won't be easy because of Sporting's stance on his future. With his contract running until 2030, they are in complete control of the situation and will only let him leave if his 80 million release clause is triggered."

Newcastle United are leading the pursuit of Sporting CP attacking forward Luis Suarez. He has produced 44 goal contributions in his debut campaign in Portugal and has impressed in the Champions League. Newcastle have already enquired about his availability and are seeking a new striker after failing to replace Alexander Isak. Luis Suarez joined Sporting last summer from UD Almeria for 22.95 million and has filled the gap left by Viktor Gyokeres, contributing 35 goals and nine assists in 50 appearances. He can play as a central forward or on the left flank. Sporting will only allow a move if the 80 million release clause is activated, with his contract running until 2030.

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