Newcastle United and Aston Villa are reportedly intensifying their efforts to secure the services of Brajan Gruda from 1. FSV Mainz 05, according to recent reports from Bild. The 20-year-old winger has attracted interest from several clubs across Europe, with Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund, and VfB Stuttgart also in the fray.
Mainz, who are seeking €50 million for Gruda, are contemplating a deal that could involve selling him this summer while retaining him on loan for another season to aid his development. Christian Heidel, Mainz’s director, emphasized that any transfer would necessitate a “truly exceptional offer.”
The situation suggests that Newcastle and Aston Villa face stiff competition for Gruda’s signature, with negotiations potentially progressing swiftly given the interest from multiple parties. The clubs involved are reportedly “wooing” Gruda as they seek to bolster their squads ahead of the upcoming season.
While the exact stance of Newcastle and Aston Villa regarding the financial terms remains unclear, Bild’s report indicates that Mainz are open to the possibility of a significant transfer for the young German talent.
This development highlights the competitive nature of the transfer market as clubs across Europe vie for promising talents like Gruda, setting the stage for a potentially swift and decisive move in the summer transfer window.
