Newcastle’s decision to sell their “throwback” icon was a more grave error than Minteh’s.

Newcastle’s decision to sell their “throwback” icon was a more grave error than Minteh’s.Newcastle United has recently suffered a 4-0 defeat to Manchester City. During the game, the Magpies fired only three shots, resulting in a 0.48 xG and a 38% possession rate.

As impressive as Alexander Isak has been this season, this game underscored Newcastle’s dearth of threat when he was effectively kept quiet throughout the game, resulting in Anthony Gordon and Jacob Murphy struggling to

make an impact.Eddie Howe’s team could have benefited from a unique attack in order to pose a greater threat to City on the break from both flanks. However, they may have eliminated the ideal player for this purpose during the summer.

Minteh’s season in statistics In order to adhere to PSR regulations, Newcastle sold Yankuba Minteh to Brighton and Hive Albion during the summer. However, the Gambian sensation never appeared for the Tynesiders.

This season, the 20-year-old has appeared in 23 matches for the Seagulls, netting five goals, providing three assists, and accumulating 1,169 minutes played. He was acquired by Brighton for an estimated £30-million.

Newcastle could benefit from Minteh’s consistent threat on their right side, as he is capable of causing significant damage in transition and consistently reaches hazardous areas through dribbling or running in behind.