Joelinton, 30, has been the subject of strong links for a move to the Middle East throughout the summer, with his representatives holding talks as clubs in the Saudi Pro League considered signing him. There remains significant interest from the Pro League, and Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal are among the clubs to have been linked with the Brazilian earlier in the summer. Al-Hilal's new sporting director, Richard Hughes, reportedly identified Joelinton as a potential first signing. However, according to TEAMtalk, Newcastle United's position is that the player is not available for transfer, a stance that is not expected to change. It is understood that while the club had considered its options earlier in the summer, the departures of Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimaraes have changed the situation, as Newcastle do not want to weaken their midfield further. New head coach Matthias Jaissle also reportedly views the midfielder as essential to his plans. Although the Saudi transfer market remains open until October, sources insist that Newcastle have no intention of considering any approach for Joelinton. The Brazilian international, who has 8 caps and one goal for his country, joined Newcastle in July 2019 and is under contract until June 2028, with a current Transfermarkt market value of €25.00m.