Newcastle fans urge Magpies to make cut-price move for Jetro Willems

A number of Newcastle United supporters have urged the Magpies to make a move to re-sign former Magpies loanee Jetro Willems on a permanent deal in January.

The 26-year-old spent last season on loan at Newcastle from Eintracht Frankfurt and he was an impressive performer for the Magpies in full-back and wing-back roles during the first half of the campaign. The 22-cap Netherlands international demonstrated his ability at both ends of the field, making 1.9 tackles and two clearances per game, as well as 0.8 key passes (Sofascore).

However, the Dutchman suffered a season-ending anterior cruciate ligament in January which saw him leave the club prematurely, with Steve Bruce bringing in Danny Rose from Tottenham Hotspur. In the summer the Magpies opted against making a fresh move for him after being deterred by Frankfurt’s valuation, per Chronicle Live. Instead, Jamal Lewis was brought in from Norwich City.

It has now emerged that Newcastle is his first choice for finding a new club in January, with an exit from Frankfurt looking likely. The Magpies have the potential to negotiate a cut-price deal for the 26-year-old but are facing competition from his other previous club PSV Eindhoven, per Chronicle Live.

Newcastle fans urge Magpies to move for Willems

Many Newcastle fans were keen to point out that, for a reduced fee, it would make perfect sense for the Magpies to sign Willems. Some were keen to mention how beneficial a signing it could be in terms of helping Lewis’ development over the next few years.

If we’re gonna persist playing with a back five then definitely. Should be a nominal fee/possibly even free and decent mentor for Jamal Lewis. Should only be a short-term deal though with possible extension. Chance to prove his fitness #NUFC https://t.co/rD9uXHLdg2

— Callum Irving (@NUFCIrving1010) November 10, 2020

100%.

He has unfinished business here.

— ????? ?? ??? ???? #NUFC (@ToonMouthTyne) November 10, 2020

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In a heartbeat, not just for the starting XI, but he’d also be a great player for Jamal Lewis to learn from

— Martin Starkey (@martin_starkey) November 10, 2020

Did well ? not played many games though but you would have to say he looked like he had quality ?

— Steven McDonnell PGA Professional (@stevenmcPGA) November 10, 2020

Wiithout question. Jamal has done well but he needs competition plus he would be a great person & player to mentor Jamal

— andrew Rex ?? (@andrewrex100) November 10, 2020