Newcastle Tracks Dinamo Zagreb Striker as January Transfer Priorities Shift

SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Dion Beljo of GNK Dinamo Zagreb chases the ball during the UEFA Europa League 2026/27 League Phase MD4 match between Sunderland AFC and GNK Dinamo at Stadium of Light on November 05, 2026 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) | Getty Images Ne

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Newcastle United is reportedly exploring potential attacking additions in January as Matthias Jaissle looks for solutions to the team’s lack of goals during a few tough opening months at St James’ Park.

The i Paper’s Mark Douglas reported that Newcastle has discussed adding another forward during the winter transfer window, with either a striker or a No. 10 potentially targeted if the right opportunity emerges.

Among the players being monitored is Dinamo Zagreb striker Dion Drena Beljo, who Newcastle

already watched live as the Magpies assess potential options to strengthen Jaissle’s attack.

“Newcastle have been linked with a move for 30-year-old Ivan Toney, who worked with Jaissle at Al-Ahli, but given his wages and age, that won’t be happening – even if his experience and profile might help a youthful Magpies side,” Douglas wrote. “Newcastle scouts have, though, watched Dinamo Zagreb’s prolific £20m-rated forward Dion Drena Beljo in recent months. He scored against Sunderland in the Europa League last week.”

The search comes amid a notably disappointing production from Newcastle’s current forwards. Yoane Wissa, William Osula and Matias Fernandez-Pardo have combined for only two Premier League goals across 22 appearances this season, with Jaissle reportedly believing his squad is short of reliable scoring options.

Douglas also reported that a reunion with former Newcastle striker Ivan Toney, which has also hit the rumor mill, currently appears unlikely. Meanwhile, reviving interest in Porto’s Samu Aghehowa may prove difficult because of his expected hefty price and Newcastle’s lack of European football this season and likely next one too.

Would Beljo be the right profile for Newcastle, or should the club prioritize a more proven Premier League scorer? Share your thoughts in the comments.