Newcastle United are reportedly open to ‘considering’ an £80 million or more bid from Manchester City for Tino Livramento this summer, as per recent reports. The Magpies had an outstanding 2024/25 season under the guidance of Eddie Howe, securing a fifth-place finish in the Premier League, clinching a League Cup trophy, and earning a coveted spot in the Champions League.
However, this summer has been a challenging one for Newcastle in the transfer market. The club has faced stiff competition from rival teams, and several of their star players have been courted by Premier League giants and European clubs alike.
Livramento, who had a stellar season with the Geordies, has caught the eye of Manchester City. According to Football Insider, Newcastle is prepared to accept a bid of £80 million or higher for the England international.
Pete O’Rourke, a senior correspondent at Football Insider, commented, “It’s a tough deal for City to pull off. Livramento is undoubtedly one of the most sought-after right-backs in the Premier League, and he proved his worth with Newcastle last season. His performances were nothing short of outstanding.”
He added, “Livramento has been a crucial part of Eddie Howe’s squad and had a solid summer with England’s Under-21s. Newcastle won’t entertain any offers unless they are astronomical—probably in the region of £80 million. With Champions League football on the horizon, the club aims to build on their success and retain their top talents, so any interest from Manchester City won’t be welcomed.”
This development follows insights from Mick Brown, a former scout for Manchester United and Tottenham, who suggested that Newcastle would only part ways with Livramento for a “crazy offer.” Brown emphasized, “Newcastle is struggling in the transfer market. They’re finding it tough to land their primary targets, which makes retaining their best players even more critical for Eddie Howe. The club is determined to keep their young stars, especially Livramento, and won’t let him go unless an extraordinary offer comes in.”
Adding to Newcastle’s summer woes, the club missed out on Joao Pedro, who signed with Chelsea earlier this week. Howe is reportedly ‘devastated’ by the missed opportunity. O’Rourke noted, “Howe has expressed frustration over the so-called ‘Newcastle tax,’ where clubs inflate prices knowing the Magpies’ financial capabilities. This has made it difficult for them to secure their desired signings.”
As the transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on Newcastle’s next moves. Will they hold onto their prized assets, or will a mega-offer for Livramento change their plans? Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving story.
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