“Newcastle United’s Transfer Dilemma: Navigating Premier League Financial Regulations”
Newcastle United are gearing up for a busy transfer period, intending to offload a current squad member to comply with the Premier League’s financial regulations. While they’re not under severe threat compared to some rivals, it’s understood that selling one player is necessary to avoid penalties akin to those faced by Everton and Nottingham Forest last season. Reports suggest interest in players like Callum Wilson, Miguel Almiron, and Martin Dubravka, but Yankuba Minteh appears closest to leaving St James’ Park.
Minteh, who joined Newcastle last summer from Feyenoord, was initially linked with Everton but now Lyon or Roma seem more likely destinations for the Gambian international, despite not having made a first-team appearance for Newcastle. The club initially aimed for around £40m but now anticipates around £25m for his sale.
Additionally, Newcastle has received inquiries for other players in Eddie Howe’s squad, including midfielder Sean Longstaff, whose contract is entering its final year. Leicester City and Leeds United have shown interest, though Leeds’ failure to secure promotion may hinder their pursuit. Howe is keen to keep Longstaff, praising his potential for an England call-up after a strong season start. Despite this, Newcastle is reportedly open to offers for Longstaff, with any income from his sale counting as profit under league regulations.
A deal for Longstaff before the upcoming deadline is deemed unlikely, but Newcastle remains open to his departure over the next two months.
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