Back to the Soccer Newsfeed

'Why would Bas Dost join Newcastle?' - Hecking pans transfer talk

Dieter Hecking believes striker would never be tempted to move to St. James' Park, with the club not being able to offer Champions League football for the foreseeable future.

Wolfsburg coach Dieter Hecking has ruled out selling Bas Dost, adding that reported suitor Newcastle United offers no appeal.

The Netherlands international scored 20 goals in all competitions last season as Wolfsburg clinched the DFB-Pokal and finished second behind champion Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga.

Such form has reportedly attracted the likes of Newcastle, prompting Hecking to underline the 26-year-old's importance before questioning why a move to St.