'Already given his green light' - Newcastle United signing gets closer

Newcastle United have had a tough time keeping hold of their best players in this summer transfer window. The Magpies finished 12th last season and have no European football on offer. And that has been a contributing factor to how many key players have left in this window, including captain Bruno Guimaraes, whose move to Arsenal was made official very recently.

Newcastle United have had an equally tough time convincing players to join them this summer. We have already seen two transfers fall apart in the final steps.

Victor Munoz ended up joining Liverpool. And Johan Manzambi picked a move to Aston Villa, even though Newcastle United had agreed a transfer fee with SC Freiburg.

So, the Magpies will know the importance of players who want to play for you. And it looks like one of their transfer targets is open to the prospect of a move to St James’ Park.

Newcastle United handed much needed transfer boost

According to Santi Aouna, discussions between Newcastle United and Marseille have already begun for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. Talks are also progressing with the player, who has already given his green light for a return to the Premier League.

Marseille are believed to be looking for around €15 million to part ways with their captain. That kind of a transfer fee should not be a problem for Newcastle United, if they are really convinced that they want him.

There is no doubt that Newcastle United could do with a player like Hojbjerg at this point in time. Firstly, because of his proven quality and experience in the Premier League.

You know what you will get with Hojbjerg. The same cannot be said about some of their recent signings, like 18-year-old Sean Steur from Ajax and 20-year-old Aladji Bamba from AS Monaco.

Secondly, Hojbjerg brings that leadership to the table that they have lost with the departure of Guimaraes. He is the captain of both Marseille and the Denmark national team.

Hojbjerg could be the perfect signing

Will Newcastle United be able to complete a move for Hojbjerg this summer? That is not completely set in stone at this point in time.

That being said, if you asked me for my prediction, I think this is a move that will happen. All the moving parts are working in Newcastle United’s favour right now.

Hojbjerg is open to a return to the Premier League. Marseille are believed to be receptive to the idea of his exit for the right fee as well. So, Newcastle United know what they need to do.

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