Newcastle Join Tottenham in Pursuit of Lens Goalkeeper Robin Risser

Overview

• Sky Sports, reported via Yahoo, says Newcastle have entered the race for the 21-year-old as Eddie Howe plans a goalkeeping overhaul for 2026/27.
• Scrutiny of Nick Pope after recent high-profile errors, including a 3-2 loss to Everton, is driving Newcastle’s search for a long-term successor.
• Tottenham are also credited with serious interest and reportedly view Risser as a potential replacement for Guglielmo Vicario.
• Lens are portrayed as reluctant sellers after securing Champions League qualification and are expected to seek about €40m, while Football Insider reports a £26m–£34.6m range and says initial contact has been made.
• Risser’s breakout Ligue 1 campaign includes 26 appearances, 10 clean sheets, 23 goals conceded, and a 74% save rate reported as second-best in the division.