Overview
- Reports over the weekend say Newcastle have placed Pierre‑Emile Højbjerg on their shortlist as they scramble to replace Bruno Guimarães and other summer departures.
- Sources say sporting director Ross Wilson has opened preliminary contacts with Højbjerg’s representatives and the player is reported to be receptive to a Premier League return.
- French coverage and transfer outlets report Marseille are under financial pressure and could sell the 31‑year‑old for a fee in the roughly £10–15m (circa €15m) range.
- Højbjerg is viewed as an experienced, pragmatic option who would bring Premier League know‑how and leadership but would not be a like‑for‑like long‑term stylistic replacement for Guimarães.
- No agreement has been reached and talks are at an early stage, with Newcastle still weighing higher‑value targets while the club uses summer sale income to rebalance the squad under new manager Matthias Jaissle.