2 pros and 2 cons to Cardiff securing deal for rapid winger
By Ben Lang
Thursday 23rd May 2019
Portsmouth winger Jamal Lowe is being linked with a move to Cardiff City following Pompey’s failure to win promotion, according to Sky Sports.
The pacy winger is also reportedly wanted by Leeds United and Wigan, with Lowe having just 12 months remaining on his Fratton Park contract.
The 24-year-old has been a revelation at Portsmouth since rising through the footballing pyramid from non-league Hampton & Richmond Borough.
He registered 17 goals in 55 appearances for the club this season, and was a key member of Kenny Jackett’s side promotion push. The report states that there have been no bids for Lowe as yet, but Jackett is aware of the growing interest in his player.
So, would Lowe be a good signing for Cardiff?
Here are two pros and two cons…
Pro: His transfer value
According to the report, Lowe would be available at a cut-price due to his contract expiring next summer. A £2million fee would be great business from Cardiff at this level.
Lowe will also have guaranteed sell-on value as he continues his remarkable rise through the divisions, so the Bluebirds would be likely to make a profit on him in the future.
I think the cheap fee is a major reason why Cardiff are interested in this deal.
Pro: His pace
Jamal Lowe
Warnock has recently confirmed he will be staying at Cardiff next season, which means there is even more reason for Cardiff to force this deal through.
Lowe has pace to burn, and this would fit in well at Cardiff given that Warnock prefers quick wingers who can contribute to Cardiff’s direct style of play.
He would also be a solid replacement in the Cardiff squad for Kadeem Harris, who is out of contract this summer.
Con: Other clubs are interested
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This should not put Cardiff off the deal, but they should remember to not put all their eggs in one basket.
Cardiff should be an attractive proposition for Lowe, but he may take time to assess his options given that a host of other clubs are also interested in his services.
This means that Cardiff could end up disappointed if Lowe eventually opts to sign for another club. Cardiff should pursue the signing, while also keeping their options open.
Con: It could leave a selection headache
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Lowe may need to force his way into Warnock’s side, as Cardiff already have an abundance of attacking players they will be able to call upon in the Championship.
These include the likes of Bobby Reid, Nathaniel Mendez-Laing, Junior Hoilett and Josh Murphy. Most of these are established players at the club and will not roll over lightly for Lowe to take a place in the side.
This could leave Warnock with a selection dilemma next season. Although this is not always a bad thing, it does mean that at least one of these talented players is likely to be left disappointed.
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