Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka could leave the club this summer with Nick Pope set to return from injury.
Dubravka has been a regular in the Newcastle side in Pope’s five-month absence due to a dislocated shoulder. But the 35-year-old, who has just a year left on his contract, is open to leaving the club in order to guarantee regular first-team football.
According to iNews, the Slovakian has attracted interest from the Saudi Pro League and Newcastle would consider cashing in on the goalkeeper. Dubravka has made 159 appearances for the club since his loan move from Sparta Prague became permanent for £4million in 2018.
Newcastle’s goalkeeping situation is uncertain in general with Loris Karius set to leave upon the expiration of his contract in June. But current fourth-choice goalkeeper Mark Gillespie will remain at the club after a new one-year extension option in his contract was triggered.
The 32-year-old is likely to be Newcastle’s third-choice goalkeeper next season and the club assess potential replacements for Dubravka and Karius.
Valencia goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili has been scouted by the club while Arsenal’s Aaron Ramsdale has also been linked having previously worked with Eddie Howe at AFC Bournemouth.
Here are the contract situations at Newcastle United as things stand...
29. Joelinton - 2028
The Brazilian midfielder signed a six-year deal when he arrived at Newcastle back in 2019. He has recently signed a new four year deal after an extended period of negotitations. | Getty Images
30. Alexander Isak - 2028
Became Newcastle’s record signing in 2022, signing a six-year contract. The club are in talks regarding a new deal for their top scorer. | AFP via Getty Images
31. Bruno Guimaraes - 2028
The Brazilian midfielder signed a four-and-a-half year deal when he arrived at the club in January 2022. He extended his stay by signing a new five-year deal last season. | Getty Images
32. Sandro Tonali - 2028
Joined the club on a five-year deal from AC Milan in 2023. | Getty Images