Is Alexander the right choice for Newcastle? Data reveals 12 overlooked moments in African talent’s journey through Premier League transfer politics

The Numbers Don’t Lie—But People Do

I stared at the spreadsheet for 47 minutes last night. Not because I had to. Because I wanted to. The headline screamed: ‘Newcastle consider Alexander as backup?’ But beneath that, the real story was written in sweat and silence.

Alexander isn’t a name on a contract. He’s a rhythm—a pulse of potential born in West London, where my father taught me that value isn’t measured in goals but in grace. His stats say he scores under pressure. But his soul? That’s what no algorithm can capture.

The Transfer Machine Loves Profit, Not Players

Liverpool didn’t contact him because they believed he could fill the gap. They called him an option because his xG was high and his contract low.

Meanwhile, Watkins at Aston Villa? Viza at Brentford? Osimhen at Napoli? These names were never on the list—not because they weren’t good enough, but because their stories weren’t loud enough for shareholders.

The Quiet Revolution

Ronaldo didn’t sell Rodriogo. He sold him as a brand.

We’re not talking about transfers anymore—we’re talking about who gets to grow.

When did you last ask: Is it better to build a system that serves humanity—or one that serves profit?

I still wonder if Alexander will stay. But I know this: victory belongs to systems… and soul belongs to individuals.