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Will Osula Stays at Newcastle Despite Frankfurt Interest

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Will Osula is set to remain at Newcastle United despite late interest from Eintracht Frankfurt. The German side had been close to agreeing a season-long loan for the 22-year-old striker, but Osula will instead stay at St James’ Park as cover for Eddie Howe’s squad, as reported by The Athletic.

Signed from Sheffield United in August 2024 for €10million, Osula has featured 16 times in the Premier League, scoring two goals. One of those came in the recent 2-3 defeat to Liverpool at St James’ Park, after he came off the bench. His inclusion in Saturday’s goalless draw with Leeds United highlighted his continued role, particularly with Anthony Gordon suspended.

Competition for Striker Roles

Osula has four years remaining on his Newcastle deal, but competition up front is fierce. “He has found himself down the striker pecking order,” behind Alexander Isak and Callum Wilson last season. Wilson has since departed, and Isak is on the verge of a record-breaking move to Liverpool. Newcastle have responded with Nick Woltemade from Stuttgart and Yoane Wissa from Brentford.

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Frankfurt’s Ambition

Eintracht Frankfurt, who finished third in the Bundesliga last season, will feel frustrated at missing out on Osula. With Champions League football secured and a strong start to 2025-26, their pursuit reflects their ambition to add depth and goals.

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Newcastle supporters will be both relieved and uncertain after this decision. Relieved because Osula remains as cover during what promises to be a turbulent campaign, uncertain because his place in the pecking order looks fragile. Fans are right to ask whether keeping him without offering consistent minutes benefits either player or club.

The striker has shown glimpses of raw potential, but two goals from 16 league outings is hardly the return to silence doubters. Many expect that with Wilson gone and Isak soon to depart, Osula should grasp the opportunity to step up. However, the arrivals of Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa suggest Howe does not fully trust him yet.

From Frankfurt’s side, there is disappointment. Sitting third in last season’s Bundesliga and building for a Champions League push, they identified Osula as a versatile forward capable of unsettling defenders. Their early-season form proves they are ready to compete, and missing this deal feels like a setback.

The real debate lies in Newcastle’s planning. By keeping Osula, they may have secured squad depth, but unless he plays and delivers, fans may soon be questioning if this was the right call. For Osula himself, this season could define whether he becomes a Premier League regular or drifts into squad-player territory.