"Newcastle are planning to keep Will Osula at the club beyond this summer, Confidential understands. Interest in the 22-year-old has been extensive, at home and abroad, and he nearly joined Frankfurt in a £30million deal last August. Given his current form - three goals in his last four starts in the Premier League - that interest will only intensify in the coming weeks. Aston Villa also had a deal agreed last summer, while Everton, Crystal Palace, Bayern Munich and Leverkusen have also checked on his situation."
"However, Newcastle know that to sell Osula, even though he would likely command a fee north of £40m, would leave them with a problem in terms of a replacement. As one source said: 'We'd be looking to replace Will Osula with Will Osula!' Staff have also been impressed by his recent impact and believe there is more improvement to come. One issue that is likely to emerge is the value of the contracts being presented to Osula's representatives by those interested clubs, and an expectation that he is rewarded with an improved deal should he remain on Tyneside."
"But the Dane is two years into a five-year contract and, for now, we understand there are no plans from a club perspective to negotiate new terms. Truth about Liam links Liam Delap is a striker Newcastle would be willing to explore a move for this summer - but the message remains that he is not for sale and does not want to leave Chelsea. There have been a fresh wave of reports this week linking the Magpies with the 23-year-old, and Confidential revealed last month that he has been among the names discussed inside St James' Park."
"Sources in west London have hinted that Chelsea's stance could change once they enter the market and begin trading, but Newcastle are not prepared to gamble on that and have other attacking targets in mind."
Newcastle are planning to retain Will Osula beyond this summer. Interest in the 22-year-old has been widespread, including a near move to Frankfurt for about £30 million last August. His recent Premier League form, with three goals in his last four starts, is expected to increase attention from clubs such as Aston Villa, Everton, Crystal Palace, Bayern Munich, and Leverkusen. Newcastle believe selling Osula, even for a fee likely above £40 million, would leave them needing a replacement. Staff are impressed with his impact and expect further improvement. Contract talks are not planned, as Osula is two years into a five-year deal. Newcastle are also monitoring Liam Delap, but he is not for sale and does not want to leave Chelsea.
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