Analysing the Transfer Gossip – 12th June: Ronaldo to Monaco?! Lewandowski, David Luiz and more

Newcastle face competition from Italian and Russian sides to land long-term target Douglas. The 24-year-old centre-back is available on a free transfer after his contract with Dutch side Twente came to an end.

Full story: The Journal

What’s the story? I picked out Douglas as my number one European free agent. He’s a big physical defender which Newcastle badly need.Does it make sense? Getting Douglas would be a bit of a coup for Newcastle and makes great sense.Is the price right? Free as a bird.Will it happen? 5/10 – Newcastle have pulled off some surprising signings in recent years but this would be as impressive as any of them.