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Johan Manzambi Transfer from SC Freiburg to Newcastle United
Newcastle United had agreed a transfer fee with Freiburg and personal terms with Johan Manzambi, but the 20-year-old wanted to wait until the end of the World Cup before deciding on his future. Newcastle were outbid by Aston Villa on both the transfer fee and salary offer, and Manzambi chose to join Aston Villa instead.
Newcastle United had agreed a transfer fee with Freiburg and personal terms with Johan Manzambi, but the 20-year-old wanted to wait until the end of the World Cup before deciding on his future. Newcastle were outbid by Aston Villa on both the transfer fee and salary offer, and Manzambi chose to join Aston Villa instead.
Newcastle and Freiburg had a verbal agreement on a €60 million transfer fee, with the deal between the clubs having been agreed for three or four days. Newcastle were waiting on the player, as his representatives had communicated that they wanted to wait until Switzerland's World Cup campaign had concluded before making a final decision. The club was planning the medical, travel, and contract signing. After Aston Villa became involved, Newcastle are withdrawing from the deal. They believe the player is not going to commit. Newcastle waited for an answer, but the player continued to delay, so the move is no longer happening.
Newcastle and Freiburg had a verbal agreement on a €60 million transfer fee, with the deal between the clubs having been agreed for three or four days. Newcastle were waiting on the player, as his representatives had communicated that they wanted to wait until Switzerland's World Cup campaign had concluded before making a final decision. The club was planning the medical, travel, and contract signing. After Aston Villa became involved, Newcastle are withdrawing from the deal. They believe the player is not going to commit. Newcastle waited for an answer, but the player continued to delay, so the move is no longer happening.
It was reported in England that Johan Manzambi had reached a verbal agreement with Newcastle United and that Newcastle had also agreed on a transfer fee of over 60 million euros with Freiburg. The deal ultimately failed, and Aston Villa completed the transfer instead.
It was reported in England that Johan Manzambi had reached a verbal agreement with Newcastle United and that Newcastle had also agreed on a transfer fee of over 60 million euros with Freiburg. The deal ultimately failed, and Aston Villa completed the transfer instead.
At one point, it appeared that Newcastle had a deal to sign Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, but Aston Villa intervened in the transfer.
At one point, it appeared that Newcastle had a deal to sign Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, but Aston Villa intervened in the transfer.
According to Goal.com, Newcastle appeared to have secured a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi at one point, but Aston Villa are now intervening in the transfer.
According to Goal.com, Newcastle appeared to have secured a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi at one point, but Aston Villa are now intervening in the transfer.
An agreement had been reached between Newcastle United and SC Freiburg for Johan Manzambi, however, the player had not yet made his decision. The club held personal talks with Freiburg and attempted to persuade Johan Manzambi, his agents, and family to move to St James' Park. For some time, there had been doubts within Newcastle regarding whether the Swiss player genuinely wanted to choose the club.
An agreement had been reached between Newcastle United and SC Freiburg for Johan Manzambi, however, the player had not yet made his decision. The club held personal talks with Freiburg and attempted to persuade Johan Manzambi, his agents, and family to move to St James' Park. For some time, there had been doubts within Newcastle regarding whether the Swiss player genuinely wanted to choose the club.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle will contact Johan Manzambi's representatives to try to finalize the agreement on personal terms. An agreement was reached with Freiburg days ago, but approval from the player and his representatives is still needed to complete the deal. The decision rests with Manzambi.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle will contact Johan Manzambi's representatives to try to finalize the agreement on personal terms. An agreement was reached with Freiburg days ago, but approval from the player and his representatives is still needed to complete the deal. The decision rests with Manzambi.
Freiburg player Johan Manzambi will reportedly transfer to Newcastle for a 60 million euro fee after the World Cup. Swiss media states that the national team is hoping the 20-year-old will be ready for Argentina after injuring his knee. Manzambi did not play against Colombia, but in the first four matches of the tournament he scored three goals and had two assists, which established him as the key player of the team.
Freiburg player Johan Manzambi will reportedly transfer to Newcastle for a 60 million euro fee after the World Cup. Swiss media states that the national team is hoping the 20-year-old will be ready for Argentina after injuring his knee. Manzambi did not play against Colombia, but in the first four matches of the tournament he scored three goals and had two assists, which established him as the key player of the team.
Johan Manzambi's transfer from SC Freiburg to Newcastle United is close to completion. A verbal agreement exists between the midfielder and Newcastle United, according to Sky Sports, and the clubs had already reached an agreement earlier. The English branch of Sky reports that the transfer fee will be just under 57.5 million euros. It is expected that Manzambi will sign with Newcastle only after the World Cup, despite the agreement between all parties.
Johan Manzambi's transfer from SC Freiburg to Newcastle United is close to completion. A verbal agreement exists between the midfielder and Newcastle United, according to Sky Sports, and the clubs had already reached an agreement earlier. The English branch of Sky reports that the transfer fee will be just under 57.5 million euros. It is expected that Manzambi will sign with Newcastle only after the World Cup, despite the agreement between all parties.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle United are close to signing Johan Manzambi from Freiburg. Newcastle submitted an official bid to Freiburg, and there is now an agreement in principle between the clubs for the player. The two clubs are finalising the payment structure and the remaining contract details. The deal is almost complete and could be finalized at any moment.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle United are close to signing Johan Manzambi from Freiburg. Newcastle submitted an official bid to Freiburg, and there is now an agreement in principle between the clubs for the player. The two clubs are finalising the payment structure and the remaining contract details. The deal is almost complete and could be finalized at any moment.
According to Alex Crook, Newcastle are nearing an agreement with Freiburg for young winger Johan Manzambi, but with personal terms not yet finalized, there is a concern that Aston Villa could try to intervene in the deal.
According to Alex Crook, Newcastle are nearing an agreement with Freiburg for young winger Johan Manzambi, but with personal terms not yet finalized, there is a concern that Aston Villa could try to intervene in the deal.
SkySportDE reported that Newcastle and SC Freiburg have reached a full agreement over the transfer of Johan Manzambi for €60m. The agreement between the clubs is complete. Newcastle are now finalising the details of the agreement with Johan Manzambi, and a long-term contract has been prepared for him.
SkySportDE reported that Newcastle and SC Freiburg have reached a full agreement over the transfer of Johan Manzambi for €60m. The agreement between the clubs is complete. Newcastle are now finalising the details of the agreement with Johan Manzambi, and a long-term contract has been prepared for him.
Newcastle United are targeting Johan Manzambi as part of a plan to rebuild their squad with the signings of Manzambi, Ajax midfielder Sean Steur and Lamine Camara of Monaco for a potential £105m. The Daily Mail have described Newcastle as favourites for Manzambi.
Newcastle United are targeting Johan Manzambi as part of a plan to rebuild their squad with the signings of Manzambi, Ajax midfielder Sean Steur and Lamine Camara of Monaco for a potential £105m. The Daily Mail have described Newcastle as favourites for Manzambi.
Newcastle United has started discussions with SC Freiburg to acquire Johan Manzambi. SC Freiburg wants a minimum of sixty million euros for the player, but it is uncertain if Newcastle is willing to pay this amount.
Newcastle United has started discussions with SC Freiburg to acquire Johan Manzambi. SC Freiburg wants a minimum of sixty million euros for the player, but it is uncertain if Newcastle is willing to pay this amount.
Newcastle United are to open talks with Freiburg in the coming days as work continues to sign Johan Manzambi. The club is the leading contender for the midfielder and is intensifying efforts to finalize the deal. According to The Athletic, Johan Manzambi is interested in the opportunity.
Newcastle United are to open talks with Freiburg in the coming days as work continues to sign Johan Manzambi. The club is the leading contender for the midfielder and is intensifying efforts to finalize the deal. According to The Athletic, Johan Manzambi is interested in the opportunity.
Newcastle appreciate Johan Manzambi highly and have been informed of all the key terms and financial details. However, there is still no club-to-club agreement and concrete negotiations have not yet started. SC Freiburg are currently demanding up to €60m following his outstanding World Cup performances. According to @_dennisbayer and SkySportDE, several other top clubs are also interested in the 20-year-old promising midfielder.
Newcastle appreciate Johan Manzambi highly and have been informed of all the key terms and financial details. However, there is still no club-to-club agreement and concrete negotiations have not yet started. SC Freiburg are currently demanding up to €60m following his outstanding World Cup performances. According to @_dennisbayer and SkySportDE, several other top clubs are also interested in the 20-year-old promising midfielder.
According to the Daily Mail's Craig Hope, Newcastle United have been told they are in a leading position to sign midfielder Johan Manzambi this summer. Initial talks have been held between the clubs, and while they have not progressed as some reports have suggested, there is confidence that an agreement can be reached. It is understood that Freiburg's demands are not a significant obstacle for Newcastle. The Magpies believe an agreement can be completed and are planning to send a formal bid imminently.
According to the Daily Mail's Craig Hope, Newcastle United have been told they are in a leading position to sign midfielder Johan Manzambi this summer. Initial talks have been held between the clubs, and while they have not progressed as some reports have suggested, there is confidence that an agreement can be reached. It is understood that Freiburg's demands are not a significant obstacle for Newcastle. The Magpies believe an agreement can be completed and are planning to send a formal bid imminently.
Johan Manzambi has attracted interest from numerous top clubs due to his performances at the World Cup and his strong season at SC Freiburg. The connection to Newcastle United is currently the strongest, and they hope to complete the deal quickly. The initial transfer fee discussed was approximately 55 million euros, but SC Freiburg's expectations have now risen to 70 million euros.
Johan Manzambi has attracted interest from numerous top clubs due to his performances at the World Cup and his strong season at SC Freiburg. The connection to Newcastle United is currently the strongest, and they hope to complete the deal quickly. The initial transfer fee discussed was approximately 55 million euros, but SC Freiburg's expectations have now risen to 70 million euros.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle are preparing an opening official bid for Johan Manzambi to be sent soon. Initial contacts have been made over recent days and a proposal to SC Freiburg will follow. Johan Manzambi has scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists in his World Cup campaign so far.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle are preparing an opening official bid for Johan Manzambi to be sent soon. Initial contacts have been made over recent days and a proposal to SC Freiburg will follow. Johan Manzambi has scored 3 goals and provided 2 assists in his World Cup campaign so far.
According to The Guardian, Newcastle intends to intensify negotiations to sign Johan Manzambi and sees the Swiss midfielder as one of the main targets to strengthen their squad for the next season. Sky Sports also reports that the Premier League club is closely monitoring Johan Manzambi's progress and that the player's value is increasing with each performance in the World Cup.
According to The Guardian, Newcastle intends to intensify negotiations to sign Johan Manzambi and sees the Swiss midfielder as one of the main targets to strengthen their squad for the next season. Sky Sports also reports that the Premier League club is closely monitoring Johan Manzambi's progress and that the player's value is increasing with each performance in the World Cup.
According to @alex_crook, Newcastle are optimistic about agreeing to a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, and advanced talks are ongoing.
According to @alex_crook, Newcastle are optimistic about agreeing to a deal for Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi, and advanced talks are ongoing.
Reports from both the 'Daily Mail' and 'Sky Sports' indicate that Newcastle United want to sign Johan Manzambi. According to 'Sky Sports', the English club's estimate for a potential transfer fee is 55 million euros. Johan Manzambi's contract with SC Freiburg does not include a release clause.
Reports from both the 'Daily Mail' and 'Sky Sports' indicate that Newcastle United want to sign Johan Manzambi. According to 'Sky Sports', the English club's estimate for a potential transfer fee is 55 million euros. Johan Manzambi's contract with SC Freiburg does not include a release clause.
Johan Manzambi is a twenty-year-old World Cup sensation from Switzerland. According to Sky Sports, Newcastle United has an interest in him and is considering him as a possible replacement for Sandro Tonali. Freiburg has set a firm price tag on the player. Sky Sports reports that the German club is demanding a transfer fee of £42 million, which is nearly €49 million. Transfermarkt estimates the value of the Swiss player at fifty million euros.
Johan Manzambi is a twenty-year-old World Cup sensation from Switzerland. According to Sky Sports, Newcastle United has an interest in him and is considering him as a possible replacement for Sandro Tonali. Freiburg has set a firm price tag on the player. Sky Sports reports that the German club is demanding a transfer fee of £42 million, which is nearly €49 million. Transfermarkt estimates the value of the Swiss player at fifty million euros.
SciSports mentions Newcastle as a club that ranks well for Johan Manzambi.
SciSports mentions Newcastle as a club that ranks well for Johan Manzambi.
Manchester United have identified Freiburg's 20-year-old Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi as a target. It is reported that United are considering a summer move. United will face competition for the player from clubs including Arsenal and Newcastle United, and it is said that the Old Trafford club views him as a cheaper alternative to other targets. Manzambi, who joined Freiburg in July 2024, has a contract with the club until June 2030. He has 8 caps and 3 goals for Switzerland. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €30.00m. Reports in January 2026 stated that Freiburg's asking price is between €50 million and €55 million.
Manchester United have identified Freiburg's 20-year-old Swiss midfielder Johan Manzambi as a target. It is reported that United are considering a summer move. United will face competition for the player from clubs including Arsenal and Newcastle United, and it is said that the Old Trafford club views him as a cheaper alternative to other targets. Manzambi, who joined Freiburg in July 2024, has a contract with the club until June 2030. He has 8 caps and 3 goals for Switzerland. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €30.00m. Reports in January 2026 stated that Freiburg's asking price is between €50 million and €55 million.
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