Newcastle United in Advanced Talks to Sign Sheffield United’s William Osula

• Newcastle United have entered into negotiations with Sheffield United to sign striker William Osula
• Osula scored three goals in 24 appearances in all competitions last season
• Newcastle have proposed a £10m deal with add-ons, with Osula keen on making the switch to the north east

By Simon Jones

Published: 19:35 EDT, 1 August 2024 | Updated: 19:35 EDT, 1 August 2024

Newcastle United are in advanced talks with Sheffield United over a deal for William Osula. The 20-year-old forward made 24 appearances last season, scoring three goals in the FA Cup. Newcastle see potential in the Denmark U21 international and have proposed a £10m deal with a further £5m in add-ons.

Negotiations are continuing, with Osula keen to make the switch. The Blades have been looking to bring in a replacement, with Crystal Palace winger Jesurun Rak-Sayki among the names they have considered on loan.

William Osula has attracted interest from Newcastle United who are in talks to sign the striker

Newcastle have already made four signings this summer, including defender Lloyd Kelly from Bournemouth.

Newcastle United have made four signings so far this summer including defender Lloyd Kelly

Sheffield United midfielder Ollie Arblaster is also attracting Premier League interest from Everton, Leicester City, and Ipswich Town, among others. The England U20 international impressed last season after a loan spell at Port Vale and could be available for around £12million.

Newcastle have already made three new signings this summer, bringing in Odysseas Vlachodimos from Nottingham Forest, Lloyd Kelly from Bournemouth, and John Ruddy on a free from Birmingham. The Magpies also made Lewis Hall’s loan signing permanent for £28m in July.