Newcastle United nears agreement with Al-Shabab for Miguel Almiron’s transfer
Newcastle United appears to be on the brink of reaching an agreement with Saudi Pro League side Al-Shabab over the transfer of Paraguay international Miguel Almiron.
The 29-year-old midfielder has reportedly agreed to personal terms with the Middle Eastern club, signaling a potential departure from St. James’ Park.
Having joined the Magpies in 2019 from MLS side Atlanta, Almiron has been a key figure in Newcastle’s squad during his four-year tenure.
Despite his contributions, the lure of a substantial offer from Al-Shabab seems to have swayed the Paraguayan’s decision to seek new horizons.
The transfer speculation surrounding Almiron adds another layer of uncertainty to Newcastle’s squad, already facing questions about the futures of Kieran Trippier and Callum Wilson.
Trippier has attracted interest from Bayern Munich, while Atletico Madrid eyes Wilson, making the January transfer window a period of potential reshuffling for the Magpies.
With two-and-a-half years left on his contract, Almiron has directly contributed to an impressive 41 goals in 195 games across all competitions for Newcastle.
As negotiations unfold between the two clubs, the impending transfer could see Almiron bidding farewell to the northeast and embarking on a new chapter in his career in the Saudi Pro League, pending a final agreement on the transfer fee.
The departure of such a seasoned player undoubtedly leaves fans and the club pondering the impact on their midfield dynamics as they navigate the remaining games of the season.
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