Newcastle United have identified Igor Thiago as a potential striker to rival new signing Nick Woltemade.
After selling Alexander Isak to Liverpool, concerns arose about Newcastle's attacking firepower. However, Nick Woltemade has quickly alleviated these concerns.
Woltemade, signed from Stuttgart for £69million, has made a swift impact in the Premier League, scoring in his third goal in four top-flight matches.
He matched Alan Shearer's record after scoring in Newcastle's 2-0 win over Nottingham Forest, earning his place in the hearts of supporters.
Newcastle signed Woltemade for around £69million from Stuttgart
With Woltemade's success, fans are confident he can lead the team to glory, but the possibility of adding another striker to the mix remains.
Author's summary: Newcastle finds perfect striker rival.