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Newcastle United target Dion Drena Beljo for January transfer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 12:08 PM

Last updated Nov 10, 2026

Newcastle United target Dion Drena Beljo for January transfer

Summary

Newcastle United is considering a transfer for Croatian striker Dion Drena Beljo, who has received positive scouting reports. Beljo, currently playing for Dinamo Zagreb, has scored 43 goals in 45 appearances since joining in July 2026. His impressive form includes a goal in a recent Europa League victory over Sunderland. The club is looking to bolster their attack, having scored only 13 goals in 10 Premier League matches this season. Internal discussions indicate a commitment to strengthen the squad, with Beljo valued at around £20 million. The January transfer window opens in just over seven weeks.

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•Dion Drena Beljo has scored 43 goals in 45 appearances for Dinamo Zagreb.
•Newcastle United is exploring options for a striker in January.
•Beljo scored in Dinamo Zagreb's recent 2-0 Europa League win over Sunderland.
•The club has only managed 13 goals in their first 10 Premier League matches.
•Newcastle's discussions reflect a commitment to support their head coach.

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12:08 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle United consider January signing of Dion Drena Beljo after very positive scouting reports

What they're saying

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Dion Drena Beljo is a transfer target for Newcastle United. The prolific Croatian striker under consideration for a January move to Tyneside.
— Yahoo Sports

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