According to Transfermarkt, Newcastle is interested in Souza and has not yet launched a bid.

Newcastle United is interested in Souza, a 19-year-old Brazilian defender from Santos. The Premier League club is facing competition from Chelsea and Nottingham Forest. Chelsea did not succeed in signing the player during the summer and is reportedly considering a move in January. According to the Spanish publication AS, AC Milan recently had an offer for the left-back rejected. Separately, Barcelona is said to be monitoring his situation. Souza has a reported value of €12 million. He is represented by Bertolucci Sports, which is the same agency that represents Newcastle's Bruno Guimarães. It has been suggested that the defender will require assurances about playing time before he makes a move. The left-back holds a contract with Santos until the end of 2028 and has 12 caps for Brazil's U17 team. Milan reportedly made a €10 million offer for the player in December 2025. His market value is currently listed as €5.00m on Transfermarkt.