Newcastle United want to sign Johan Manzambi

A notable development is taking place regarding Newcastle's midfield plans. According to Sky Sport Germany, the club wants to add Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi, who plays for Freiburg, to their squad. According to reports, Newcastle already know the player's contract details and the financial framework of a possible transfer, which shows how seriously the club is approaching the matter.

However, despite this strong interest, the process is still at an early stage. According to reports, there is no concrete deal between the two clubs; official negotiations have not yet begun and there is no agreement of any kind. This situation shows there is still a long way to go for the transfer to be completed.

It was stated that Freiburg raised their expectations for the player following Manzambi's strong World Cup performance. The 20-year-old drew attention by scoring three goals and providing two assists in four matches at the tournament. Following this performance, it was reported that the German club is demanding a transfer fee of up to €60 million for the player.

It was stated that Manzambi is on the radar not only of Newcastle but also of other established European clubs. For Newcastle, who are looking for midfield reinforcement following the sale of Sandro Tonali to Tottenham, Manzambi is shown as one of their priority targets. It was also recalled that the player's contract with Freiburg runs until 2030. Newcastle's next steps in this transfer will be followed with interest in the coming days.

Source: Sky Sport DE
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