Newcastle make approach for striker Jan Hurtado, dubbed the ‘new Tino Asprilla’
NEWCASTLE have reportedly made an approach for exciting Venezuelan striker Jan Hurtado.
Grupo La Provincia claims the Gimnasia y Esgrima ace is a target for Rafa Benitez this summer.
The tactician is edging closer to signing a new contract.
And he wants Mike Ashley to back him in the transfer market.
Benitez is keen to improve in attack, with Salomon Rondon’s future uncertain.
And the West Brom loanee’s compatriot Hurtado could instead be set to lead the line at St James’ Park next season.
The 19-year-old is a powerful forward capable of also playing on the wing.
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And he has reportedly been dubbed the “next Tino Asprilla” in some quarters.
The former Colombia international scored 18 goals between 1996 and 1998 for the Magpies.
And Hurtado could be set to become the next big hit from South America at the club.