Newcastle receive new offer for Miguel Almiron
Speculation continues to swirl around Miguel Almirón’s future at Newcastle United, with reports suggesting a Brazilian club has already submitted an offer for the Paraguayan winger.
According to Craig Hope of The Mail, the unnamed club is not Botafogo or Santos, two Brazilian Serie A teams previously rumored to be interested. The potential move underscores a growing trend of South American stars, such as Hulk and Lucas Moura, finishing their careers in Brazil’s top league.
Another intriguing development involves Greek powerhouse Olympiacos, who are reportedly monitoring Almirón’s situation closely. The club recently parted ways with Willian, the former Chelsea and Arsenal winger, leaving a vacancy on the right wing that Almirón could potentially fill.
However, negotiations appear challenging, with Hope citing high wage demands and financial requirements from Almirón and his agent, Daniel Campos, as obstacles. This has already deterred at least one Brazilian club that had submitted a bid.
Almirón’s exit from Newcastle seems increasingly likely, given his limited role this season. With just ten appearances and 300 minutes of playing time so far, his contributions on the pitch have dwindled.
Once a key figure in helping Newcastle secure a fourth-place Premier League finish two seasons ago, he has since fallen behind Jacob Murphy in the pecking order for the right-wing position.
The Paraguayan has undoubtedly been a valuable servant to Newcastle, bringing energy and flair during his time at the club. However, his diminished role signals a potential departure, possibly within the next six months.
Such a move could align with Newcastle’s broader strategy to offload players in order to facilitate new signings in both the January and summer transfer windows.
Alongside Almirón, players like Matt Targett and Sean Longstaff are also rumored to be on the transfer list as the club seeks to reshape its roster while complying with financial constraints.
Almirón’s situation reflects the challenges Newcastle faces in balancing squad management with financial sustainability. His contributions during Newcastle’s resurgence in recent seasons will not be forgotten, but his departure could provide the club with much-needed resources to pursue new talent.
Meanwhile, for Almirón, a move to either Brazil or Greece could offer a fresh start and the opportunity to play a central role elsewhere, as his time at St. James’ Park seems to be drawing to a close.