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Premier League rival ready to trigger promising Chelsea loanee’s release clause

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Shrishh Attavar

Chelsea on the verge of receiving payout for Lewis Hall as Newcastle close to activating release clause

Chelsea are on the verge of a multimillion payoff from Newcastle United as the Magpies edge closer to meeting the conditions that would make the loan move of Lewis Hall permanent. The 19-year-old left-back joined Newcastle on loan last summer, but the agreement includes a clause that triggers a permanent transfer if certain performance criteria stand met during the season.

If Newcastle finish higher than 15th in the Premier League standings, they stand obligated to pay Chelsea £24m to secure Hall’s services permanently. According to reports by Ben Jacobs, Newcastle are nearing the point of confirming that they will indeed achieve this feat, thereby activating the clause in the loan agreement.

Hall’s loan spell at St James’ Park hasn’t unfolded as planned, with the youngster making only sporadic appearances [15] for Eddie Howe’s side. Despite this, injuries to key defenders like Jamaal Lascelles and Sven Botman have forced Howe to turn to Hall in recent matches, giving him opportunities to prove his worth in the first team.

Is it all over for Hall at Chelsea?

The Blues have already factored in the £24m they stand to gain from Hall’s sale into their budget for the upcoming season. With manager Mauricio Pochettino keen to strengthen the squad and address areas of concern, the additional funds will provide a welcome boost as they look to bolster their ranks during the summer transfer window.

Pochettino has highlighted the need for maturity in the squad ahead of the 2024-25 campaign, indicating that Chelsea are prepared to make strategic moves to enhance their competitiveness in the Premier League and other competitions. The impending windfall from Hall’s transfer will undoubtedly contribute to their transfer kitty and facilitate potential signings to strengthen the squad.

Lewis Hall was amazing for the club in his breakthrough season at Chelsea.

As for Newcastle, their trajectory in the Premier League has exceeded expectations this season. Currently sitting in eighth place, the Magpies have demonstrated their potential to challenge higher up the table and even break into the top six. With talented players and a resurgence under Eddie Howe, Newcastle remain poised to achieve their second-highest league finish in recent years.

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As the season approaches its climax, both clubs have much to play for and the outcome of their remaining matches will shape their respective futures in the Premier League.

Shrishh Attavar

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