Newcastle activates the release clause for an extraordinary £51 million star.

Newcastle activates the release clause for an extraordinary £51 million star.

According to Fichajes, Newcastle United is one of numerous European clubs that are interested in acquiring Villarreal winger Alex Baena.

The Spanish winger’s release clause has been activated by the Magpies, Nottingham Forest, and Bayern Munich, in the wake of his impressive season in Spain.Fichajes has reported that numerous clubs are prepared to cover Baena’s exit fee of €60m (£51m) and have initiated formal negotiations to investigate his potential transfer in January.

Newcastle and Forest are reportedly considered to be “strong contenders” for the 23-year-old, who has demonstrated “clear interest” in joining the Premier League this month. Alex Baena In the sights of NewcastleBaena has not yet made a decision regarding his future, as numerous high-level clubs, including Newcastle, have increased their efforts to acquire him in recent days, according to Fichajes.

Since joining Villarreal from Girona in August 2021, the “extraordinary” 23-year-old has delivered an impressive performance, netting four goals and providing five assists in 17 La Liga appearances.

He is currently enjoying another promising season. Baena’s contract in Spain expires in June 2028, and he has over three years remaining on it. However, interested clubs can circumvent negotiations with Villarreal by paying his aforementioned release clause.

Newcastle has not yet made any new signings in January, but it is believed that they are in the process of acquiring a new winger to replace Miguel Almiron, who is currently a target for Atlanta United. The Paraguayan international has been frequently associated with a return to the Major League Soccer (MLS) and is now reportedly on the brink of departing St.

James’ Park, as he has been unable to secure consistent playing time under Eddie Howe. Newcastle’s six-game winning sequence in the Premier League has been terminated as a result of their 4-1 home loss to Bournemouth. Consequently, they will meet Southampton away on Saturday.