Newcastle United record signing heading for January exit after 213 appearances
Miguel Almiron may be entering his final few months as a Newcastle United player, according to reports.
Rumours were widespread in the previous two transfer windows linking the Paraguayan with a St James’ Park exit. In January, Saudi Pro League club Al-Shabab were understood to be monitoring Almiron.
Summer speculation focused on a potential return to the MLS, where Newcastle signed the forward from in 2019. Italian sports journalist Fabrizio Romano claimed Charlotte FC sent representatives to England but the deal fell through.
Eddie Howe maintained after the win over AFC Wimbledon that Almiron, as he has been for most of his time as Toon boss, remains an important Newcastle player. He told reporters: “I thought Miggy was probably our standout performer creatively. He had two good halves (and) obviously created the goal for us.
“He had good energy, linked well especially in the second half. I was pleased with him. He has a big part to play. Today everyone fit and available was in the squad. I'm delighted with Miggy."
However, the Carabao Cup clash against League Two opposition was Almiron’s only start in 2024-25. Harvey Barnes, Anthony Gordon and Jacob Murphy have been preferred wide options, with Newcastle also targeting a right-sided attacker in the summer.
TeamTalk now report that the Magpies may cash in on Almiron during the winter window - just weeks before he turns 31. As well as Saudi Arabia and the MLS, French and German clubs are named as potential suitors.
Almiron has played 213 times for Newcastle since arriving from Atlanta United for a club-record £21million. He has bagged 30 goals in six-and-a-half seasons, with 11 of those strikes during the 2022-23 campaign.