The latest transfer news for Newcastle United includes a new link to German winger Said El Mala. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 25 possible arrivals and 7 potential exits. The hottest storyline currently revolves around Gabriel Martinelli, and below are the latest updates on the most important transfer rumours.
Said El Mala
On Tuesday, it was reported that Newcastle United and FC Chelsea are among the Premier League clubs pursuing 1. FC Köln's talented German winger Said El Mala. Brighton & Hove Albion have also been interested in the 19-year-old since last summer and have submitted offers. The player's contract was recently extended until 2030 without a release clause, making his transfer fee negotiable. The Germany U21 international has 4 goals and 1 assist in 8 Bundesliga appearances this season. It is reported that Brighton had a winter offer of €25-€30 million rejected, while another Premier League club was said to have made a €30 million offer in February 2026.
Leandro Trossard
According to Voetbalnieuws.be on Tuesday, Leandro Trossard is on Newcastle's list, with a potential transfer fee of between 25 and 35 million euro. An update on Monday noted that Arsenal may sell the 31-year-old Belgian winger this summer as he enters his final contract year. Several clubs are reportedly interested, including Premier League sides Aston Villa and Newcastle United, as well as Inter. A move to Saudi club Al-Ittihad is also a possibility, with the club reportedly leading the effort to sign him.
Dominic Solanke
The Daily Mail reported on Monday that if Tottenham are relegated, the club would attempt to retain Dominic Solanke, though the report suggests it would not be a surprise to see him push to leave. Previous reports from Sunday, also from the Daily Mail, stated that Newcastle United are interested in signing the forward and would like to reunite him with Howe, making a strong effort to sign him for a low price if Tottenham are relegated. According to Goal.com, the 28-year-old has scored 3 goals in 10 Premier League appearances this season.
Gabriel Martinelli
On Sunday, Team Talk reported that Arsenal are discussing a potential swap deal with Newcastle that would involve a Newcastle player being exchanged for Gabriel Martinelli. This follows a report from last Wednesday which stated that during Arsenal's effort to sign Anthony Gordon, Newcastle United responded with a counter-demand for Martinelli to be included in any potential deal. It was also claimed that Newcastle would be willing to make the 24-year-old their highest-paid player.
Marcos Senesi
Bournemouth's director of football operations, Tiago Pinto, officially confirmed on Monday that Marcos Senesi will leave the club on a free transfer this summer. It is reported that Newcastle United have registered firm interest in signing the 28-year-old and believe they are in a leading position to keep him in England. Last Tuesday, Sports Boom described Newcastle as strong favourites to sign the defender, whose contract is set to expire, and noted that the club has held talks with his representatives.
Julian Brandt
It was reported on Monday that Julian Brandt is interested in playing in the Premier League, and a free transfer is believed to be very likely this summer as he has decided to leave Borussia Dortmund. Dortmund director Lars Ricken confirmed to Sky Deutschland that the club could not reach an agreement on a new deal. According to TEAMtalk sources, Brandt’s representatives have already contacted multiple Premier League sides, including Newcastle United, who are described as long-term admirers.
Luis Suárez
Newcastle United are reportedly preparing a summer move for Sporting CP striker Luis Suárez, who is a major transfer target for the club. According to journalist Sebastián Vidal on Monday, Newcastle have begun exploring a potential deal that could reach £50 million. Reports indicate that Suárez would be open to considering a move to a bigger European league. Earlier reports noted that Sporting CP are seeking €60million for the 28-year-old, who has scored 20 goals in 22 Liga Portugal appearances this season.
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