Newcastle United captain Jamaal Lascelles may be nearing the end of his tenure at St. James’ Park, with Turkish club Trabzonspor reportedly pursuing a last-minute transfer before their deadline on Friday.
According to the Daily Mail, the 31-year-old defender has become a target for the Super Lig team after being left out of Newcastle’s Champions League squad.
Lascelles, a long-serving figure at the club, has seen his playing time diminish significantly, with his last competitive appearance coming in March 2024 during a 4-3 victory over West Ham.
Since that match—his 251st for the Magpies—Lascelles has fallen down the pecking order behind defenders Dan Burn, Sven Botman, Fabian Schar, and newly-acquired Malick Thiaw.
With just one year remaining on his current contract, his limited role under manager Eddie Howe and the absence of European football prospects have fueled speculation of a potential exit.
Lascelles has been a crucial presence for Newcastle through a period of immense change, captaining the team from their promotion back to the Premier League and helping them re-establish themselves in the top flight.
Despite his reduced on-field role, he remains a respected voice within the dressing room.
Trabzonspor, aiming to bolster their defense before the transfer window closes, reportedly views Lascelles as a seasoned professional who can immediately strengthen their squad.
A move abroad could offer the veteran center-back a new beginning at a later stage in his career.
