Bart Verbruggen, currently with Brighton, is the latest name linked with a potential switch to Newcastle. The goalkeeper could become a key signing should the move materialise, as the club seeks to strengthen in a key area of the pitch. Newcastle remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Tottenham and Chelsea continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. Across the season 25/26, Newcastle have let in 39 goals in 27 (1.44 per game), roughly in line with the Premier League average. Bart Verbruggen would be expected to give them some extra stability and depth for the tougher stretches of the season. Brighton continue to be linked with Said El Mala while Newcastle are also rumoured to be tracking Hugo Bueno, Ousmane Diomande and Darwin Nunez. Want to see how the story develops? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for more news and transfer rumours just like this one.