Fabrizio Romano’s critical update on Newcastle United’s four transfer targets following Liverpool’s acquisition is “Very soon.” Newcastle has already identified several important targets in their pursuit of a centre-back signing this summer.
Despite a protracted negotiation process and numerous rejected transfer offers, the Magpies were unable to secure Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace last summer. Newcastle continues to be interested in Guehi; however, the England defender is approaching the conclusion of his contract at Selhurst Park, which has resulted in increased competition as Palace is under pressure to sell.
The Reds have reached an agreement to acquire Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for £116 million, a Premier League record. Jarell Quansah, a defender, is expected to join the Bundesliga club for £35 million in the opposite direction. Newcastle had been in discussions to acquire Quansah from Liverpool last
summer; however, they withdrew from the agreement after resolving their PSR issues. The 22-year-old has been associated with the Magpies for some time; however, he is now expected to sign a five-year contract with Leverkusen. The Gazette has established a new WhatsApp NUFC channel to provide the most recent news, analysis, and team and injury updates directly to your phone.
To become a member of our NUFC WhatsApp channel, simply click on this link. And that transaction could trigger a domino effect that includes two additional Newcastle targets. Liverpool will prioritise Guehi as a replacement and upgrade on Quansah, prompting Palace to pursue a replacement for their commander.Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano clarified the situation: “Liverpool will activate their
centre-back options as soon as the Jarell Quansah deal is finalised (which is expected to occur in the near future.” Marc Guehi has been on the shortlist for months and is highly regarded by Liverpool and other Premier League clubs. [Ousmane] Diomandé may serve as his successor at Crystal Palace. Newcastle was reportedly interested in Sporting Lisbon defender Diomande during the 2024/25 season, as reported by The Telegraph.
However, The Gazette has been informed that Newcastle is unlikely to pursue the agreement any further, which leaves the door open for Palace. So, those are three transfer targets for Newcastle that appear to be departing for other destinations. Although only Guehi is considered a high target by The Magpies. Crystal Palace rejected Newcastle’s £55 million offer
last summer; however, the South London club maintained negotiations as they elevated their estimation of the England international. Palace are under increased pressure to sell this time around, as Guehi has a year remaining on his contract. Failure to do so would result in the loss of one of their most valuable assets for nothing, an inconceivable scenario in a transfer world governed by PSR.
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