Newcastle’s interest in acquiring Dominic Solanke from Bournemouth in the current transfer window has been met with refusal, as reported by the Telegraph. The Cherries are adamant about retaining the 26-year-old hitman until the end of the 2023/24 season, so head coach Andono Iraola is rejecting any potential sale despite interest from Newcastle’s manager, Eddie Howe, who formerly managed Bournemouth.Solanke was initially signed by Bournemouth from Liverpool for $25 million five years ago. Although the Cherries could potentially earn a substantial profit from his sale, they are determined to keep him, particularly with Dango Ouattara and Antoine Semenyo participating in the Africa Cup of Nations and providing depth in their forward line.##NAJAVA_MECA_7789131##Bournemouth’s reluctance to part with Solanke is not only due to Newcastle’s interest but also the anticipation of potential offers from top Premier League clubs, with Tottenham reportedly monitoring his excellent performances this season. However, Spurs have completed the loan signing of Timo Werner until the end of the season instead.Solanke’s impressive form this season for Bournemouth includes 11 goals in the Premier League, notably a hat-trick in their thrilling 3-2 victory over Nottingham Forest. Scouts have been consistently monitoring Solanke’s performances, indicating a potential interest for a summer transfer. Additionally, Liverpool stands to benefit from any future move involving Solanke due to a reported 20% sell-on clause.COMPARED: Dominic Solanke vs. Alexander Isak per 90 in the Premier League this season. 🕶 pic.twitter.com/8vMofq2k6w— Squawka (@Squawka) January 10, 2024 While Solanke initially faced challenges in finding his place in the Premier League, particularly during his stints at Chelsea and Liverpool, he has demonstrated significant improvement. Despite scoring only four goals in his first full Premier League season at Bournemouth, his recent achievements, including 45 goals across two Championship seasons and surpassing his previous season’s tally (six goals), showcase his development and increased impact in the top flight.
