Marseille and Newcastle United Near Transfer Agreement for Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
Reports indicate that Olympique de Marseille and Newcastle United are nearing a completed deal for the transfer of midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg (31), as highlighted by Foot Mercato.
After the departure of Bruno Guimarães (29) to Arsenal, Newcastle is looking to strengthen their midfield with Højbjerg, aiming to finalize the transfer within the week, at a fee estimated around €15 million.
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This agreement would significantly benefit OM’s management, who are currently dealing with limited resources and need to enhance their financial situation.
Having joined Marseille two years ago, Højbjerg quickly became a vital part of the team. He made 32 appearances in his first season, all as a starter, and followed that with 43 appearances in his second season, starting in 40 of those matches, including eight in the Champions League.
If the transfer proceeds, the seasoned midfielder will make a return to the Premier League, where he previously played for Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur.
Olympique de Marseille and Newcastle United are reportedly close to finalising a deal for the transfer of Pierre-Emile Højbjerg (31), according to Foot Mercato.
Looking to bolster their midfield following Bruno Guimarães’ (29) departure for Arsenal, the Magpies hope to finalise the Dane’s move this week, in a deal valued at around €15m.
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The agreement would be a welcome boost for OM’s management, who are having to make do with limited resources and need to replenish their coffers in order to stabilise their finances.
Having arrived on the Canebière two years ago, Højbjerg quickly established himself as a key figure in the Marseille squad. He made 32 appearances (all as a starter) in his first season, and in his second he racked up 43 appearances, starting 40 of them, whilst also featuring in eight Champions League matches.
Should the deal go through, the experienced midfielder would return to the Premier League, where he previously played for Southampton and Tottenham Hotspur.
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