Newcastle United send two officials for La Liga player – Magpies doing transfer work

Newcastle scouts watched Valencia winger David Otorbi, 18, score his first senior goal in a 2-2 draw against Racing Santander on Sunday.

Newcastle United sent two scouting representatives to watch Valencia's 18-year-old winger David Otorbi during a pre-season friendly against Racing Santander on Sunday. Otorbi came off the bench after 58 minutes and made an immediate impact, scoring his first senior goal to help Valencia secure a 2-2 draw. According to Spanish newspaper Marca, Newcastle's scouts were impressed by his pace, movement, and confidence despite his young age. The timing is notable as Otorbi had previously faced Newcastle in pre-season.