Newcastle United are stepping up their efforts in the transfer market. According to CaughtOffside, the Magpies are among the clubs actively pursuing Girona midfielder Yangel Herrera ahead of the summer window. Atletico Madrid and Nottingham Forest are also in the frame, but Newcastle are believed to be serious contenders.
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Sources close to the situation claim Eddie Howe sees Herrera as an ideal fit for his midfield.
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The club are planning for European football again. Champions League qualification remains a target, and the recent Carabao Cup win has only raised expectations.
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Midfield depth is a key area Newcastle are looking to address. With Sandro Tonali returning and Joelinton recovering, competition and cover are still needed—particularly with the uncertainty surrounding Bruno Guimaraes.
Atletico and Forest also keen - Newcastle are not alone in the race.
CaughtOffside report that Atletico Madrid and Nottingham Forest are also interested. Atletico want to inject more energy into their ageing midfield. Forest, meanwhile, see Herrera as a way to raise their level and push closer to the European spots.
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But Newcastle have an edge.
They can offer Herrera a project with momentum, a manager with a clear vision, and the chance to return to the Premier League—where he previously belonged to Manchester City.
A smart and strategic move for the Magpies
Herrera is not just a stop-gap.
He is a well-rounded player with strong defensive metrics and the ability to carry the ball under pressure. That makes him a strong fit alongside Bruno or Tonali in deeper roles, or even as a rotation option in a double pivot.
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Newcastle want midfielders who can handle multiple competitions. Herrera brings European experience, physicality, and consistency—three things Howe values highly.
Can Newcastle seal the deal?
The presence of Atletico Madrid complicates things. The Spanish giants can offer continuity in La Liga and a strong shot at major trophies.
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However, Newcastle have the financial power and a growing reputation in Europe. The Premier League pull remains strong.
No deal has been agreed yet, and negotiations are expected to continue well into the summer. But with Newcastle clearly in the race, the club could make a decisive move soon.