Lewis Hall considers Newcastle future amid Manchester United interest

Newcastle United full-back Lewis Hall is considering his future at St James’ Park following his unexpected omission from the England World Cup squad.

The 21-year-old has been left deeply frustrated by a recent lack of game time under manager Eddie Howe.

Sources indicate the former Chelsea academy product feels he had performed well enough to secure a place on the plane to America this summer.

That disappointment was compounded when veteran team-mate Dan Burn was selected by national team boss Thomas Tuchel instead.

Growing frustration on Tyneside

The highly-rated defender views himself as one of the standout young English players in his position.

His impressive performances earlier in the campaign earned him a nomination for the Premier League Young Player of the Season award.

However, the technically gifted youngster has increasingly found himself watching from the sidelines during crucial recent fixtures.

Sunday’s final domestic game against Fulham could now carry added significance as uncertainty swirls around his long-term plans.

Manchester United monitor situation

The Magpies are not actively looking to sell a player they currently have under contract until 2029.

Any potential departure would require a significant fee, with the North East club reportedly valuing him at around £70m.

Manchester United have maintained a long-standing interest in the versatile defender.

While no formal approach has been made by the Old Trafford hierarchy, the current situation presents a potential summer transfer opportunity.

Summer of upheaval expected

If a move does materialise, the player remains determined to continue his career in the English top flight.

He has no desire to move abroad at this crucial stage of his development and would prefer to avoid a return to London.

His potential exit could form part of a broader summer rebuild for Newcastle.

The club is bracing for major squad changes, with key figures Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali also linked with lucrative moves away.