Folarin Balogun: Newcastle rejected ex-Arsenal forward, now they’ll need to pay double
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Credit: Manh Tung, Breaking Media Mon 6 April 2026 11:49, UK Folarin Balogun’s stunning Monaco form is attracting attention from Newcastle United ahead of this summer – but he could already be wearing a black-and-white jersey.The Magpies have been linked with the 24-year-old on several occasions over the years, including during his breakout year with Stade Reims.The former Arsenal youngster scored his first goals for his boyhood club in the 2020-21 season, netting against Molde and Dundalk in the Europa League. Balogun would be subsequently loaned out to Middlesbrough, and in the 2022-23 season, Stade Reims – there, the striker exploded.Newcastle transfer chiefs could have signed him after that season, and they will need to pay far more if they want to sign the Monaco forward this summer. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom.
VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Newcastle United can avenge mistake by signing Folarin Balogun Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness exclusively told Football Insider last month that Nick Woltemade could leave Newcastle this summer, after a disappointing first season.With Yoane Wissa also failing to impress, the Magpies could be left searching for a new talisman up front.Folarin BalogunLigue 1 2025-26Appearances24Goals10Assists4Chances created17Successful dribbles13Fouls won30Balogun could be just that man, and he may well have been a Newcastle player already, had they moved more quickly.The striker was coming off the back of a 21-goal Ligue 1 season on loan at Stade Reims when the Premier League side registered their interest in 2023. According to Jeunes Footeux, Balogun is back on Newcastle’s target list this summer as they look to find consistent goals.Balogun’s glorious goal vs MarseilleBalogun is leading a charge back up the Ligue 1 table for Monaco, and the striker scored a stunning winner against Marseille on Sunday.
Should Newcastle want to sign him, they may have to act quickly to avoid making the same mistake. Balogun will lead the United States at this summer’s World Cup, and he may well attract significant attention.