Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has commented on the possibility of signing a Saudi Al-hilal team star during the upcoming winter transfer window.
There was strong news about Newcastle’s desire to borrow Portuguese Ruben Neves, in January compensate Italy’s Sandro Tonali, who had been arrested for 10 months for his involvement in a betting case.
“We know Neves very well, he was one of Wolves’ most important players.
He added: “I am very open to new contracts from anywhere, provided the required addition is provided to the team.”
He continued: “There are definitely negotiations with player Neves, but I don’t know anything else, and we hope to get good deals.”
Romano noted earlier that the relationship between the Saudi Public Investment Fund, which owns the Newcastle Club and Al-hilal Administration, could lead to the completion of the deal.
Neves has made 18 appearances for Al-hilal since coming from Wolves last summer, scoring two goals and setting up another, in saudi professional league
🚨 Premier League clubs to vote on banning loans between associated party for January window. If approved, potential deals like Ruben Neves from Al Hilal to Newcastle will be blocked. Temporary measure until longer-term solution agreed @TheAthleticFC #NUFC https://t.co/n5mjkWU9TO
— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) November 8, 2023
According to press reports, Newcastle United officials began official talks to try to sign Neves, Al-hilal player on loan, to replace Sandro Tonali, who was suspended until August.
Journalist David Ornstein revealed that Premier League clubs are voting to ban loans between parties associated with the upcoming winter transfer window.
According to the journalist working at “the athletic”; If this decision is approved; Portuguese Ruben Neves will be barred from Al-hilal to Newcastle.
26-year-old Ruben Neves joined Al-hilal Club ranks during last summer’s transfer
