Newcastle United is eyeing a potential move to bring Sadio Mané back to the Premier League during the upcoming winter transfer window. The Magpies’ manager, Eddie Howe, is reportedly keen on the idea, exploring the possibility of securing a deal between Newcastle and Al Nassr.
The prospect of Sadio Mané gracing the Saint James’ Park turf once again has captured Newcastle’s interest. According to sources such as Football Insider and Spanish outlet Fichajes, the Magpies’ coach is seriously considering a loan deal for the Senegalese international this winter, potentially circumventing financial fair play regulations.
Newcastle’s recent struggles, compounded by injuries to key players and Sandro Tonali’s lengthy suspension due to sports betting, have seen a decline in their form from the previous season, where they finished in the top tier.
Currently sitting in 7th place in the Premier League, the club has already faced six defeats, including consecutive losses against Everton and Tottenham in the last two matches.
In a bid to rejuvenate the squad, Eddie Howe is eager to reinforce his team and bolster the squad depth to achieve the competitive edge required to regain their footing in the league.
Newcastle aims to leverage its ties with Saudi Arabia, seeking potential additions from the Saudi Pro League. As the English club shares owners with Al Nassr, Al Hilal, Al Ittihad, and Al Ahli, the opportunity to recruit big names playing in the Saudi league has emerged.
Sadio Mané’s name has surfaced, along with other stars like Serbian midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic (Al Hilal) and Portuguese talent Ruben Neves (Al Hilal), who has also caught the eye of Manchester City, as reported by the same sources.
Having recently ventured to Bayern Munich from European football, Mané’s Premier League experience could be an asset for Newcastle, particularly as the club’s ambitions have soared since being acquired by Saudi investors.
However, whether the 31-year-old Senegalese forward is inclined to return to European football and the Premier League remains to be seen.
