Report: Newcastle now eyeing move for ‘unbelievable’ £56m CL striker amid Sesko decision
Newcastle United have identified Paris Saint-Germain striker Gonçalo Ramos as a potential solution to their attacking conundrum, with the Magpies preparing to enter the race for the Portuguese international’s signature.
The 24-year-old marksman has emerged as an unexpected opportunity in what has been a frustrating summer of missed targets on Tyneside, where Eddie Howe’s squad rebuild has stalled amid fierce competition for top forwards.
Ramos presents an intriguing proposition for Newcastle, combining proven goalscoring pedigree with untapped potential.
His breakout 27-goal season for Benfica at age 22 earned him a £56 million move to PSG, though limited opportunities in the French capital have stalled his development. Despite this, his underlying numbers suggest a player ready to flourish with regular minutes:
| Gonçalo Ramos’ 2024/25 Ligue 1 Stats | Output | PSG Squad Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 22 | =14th |
| Goals | 10 | 3rd |
| Shots Per Game | 2.5 | 2nd |
| Aerials Won Per Game | 0.9 | =7th |
| Dribbles Per Game | 1.1 | =3rd |
| Average Match Rating | 6.84 | 15th |
The striker’s situation at PSG has grown increasingly precarious following their Champions League triumph, with new signings Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Désiré Doué pushing him further down the pecking order.
This has alerted several European clubs, though Newcastle view the circumstances as a “golden opportunity” to acquire a technically gifted forward at a potentially reduced price.
The potential move carries added urgency given Alexander Isak’s uncertain future. With Liverpool reportedly preparing a massive bid for the Swedish striker and Benjamin Sesko favoring Manchester United, Newcastle risk being left dangerously short in attack after Callum Wilson’s free transfer to West Ham.
Ramos’ profile – combining clinical finishing (9 goals in 16 Portugal caps) with intelligent link-up play – makes him an ideal candidate to either complement or replace Isak.
However, Newcastle face stiff competition from Serie A clubs and Premier League rivals for Ramos’ signature.
The Magpies’ ability to offer guaranteed starting opportunities and a clear pathway into English football could prove decisive, though PSG’s asking price remains a potential stumbling block.
With the transfer window entering its decisive phase, Newcastle’s hierarchy must determine whether to make Ramos their marquee attacking signing or continue pursuing alternative targets.
The coming days will reveal whether Ramos becomes the catalyst for Newcastle’s window turnaround or merely another name on their growing list of missed opportunities.
For a club needing to make up ground on their top-six rivals, securing a player of Ramos’ caliber could mean the difference between progression and stagnation in their ambitious project.