2 days Ago By [email protected] (Daniel Orme)
Miguel Almiron is set to bring his Newcastle nightmare to an end after an ex- Premier League winner confirmed talks for the winger. The Paraguayan’s opportunities have dried up at St James’ Park this season. He has made just one Premier League start this season and has just 18 months remaining on his deal.
Newcastle have been trying to move on the 30-year-old in order to make space in their squad. And it now appears that a deal has been struck. According to The Sun , MLS side Charlotte FC have agreed a £16m deal for Almiron.
The Paraguayan was linked with the club in the summer but saw a move collapse. Former Premier League winner, Christian Fuchs , who is an assistant to Dean Smith with the American side, has already confirmed ongoing discussions. As quoted by Sky Sports, he said: “He’s a great player but I don’t really want to talk about him as he hasn’t signed yet.
“There are always a lot of names being associated with Charlotte FC and all I know is that once it is signed, Almiron will be a great addition to our club and I would really look forward to him joining us and playing for us. “We are very ambitious, coming up into our fourth year and it has been a steady progression within the club, within the MLS and we are really looking forward to getting going again. We are coming back on January 12th, going into pre season, and it is going to be a great season ahead.
” Almiron joined Newcastle from Atlanta United in 2019 for a then club record £21m. He has since made 219 appearances in all competitions, scoring 30 goals. Who should Newcastle sign in January? Share your thoughts in the comments below His agent Daniel Campos revealed in November that a move away from the club remained on the cards.
Speaking to Radio La Red, he said: “Although Miguel isn’t happy with the minutes he has in England, he wants to stay and fight at Newcastle. "The coach always supported him," he added. "When he asked for something, he asked him to not leave.
It must be a tactical or momentary issue." “They [Charlotte FC] offered around $18m. We had arranged a contract with them, but the club rejected the proposal from the United States.
“He has a valid contract. His contract was renewed last year for three more [years], and with the new owners of the club. Miguel is not desperate for money or to do crazy things.
If there is an offer from any team, we will go through the competent channels. The clause, except for the Brazilians, is unaffordable [for South American clubs]. The problem is also the contract he has.
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