BBC Radio Leeds’ Adam Pope has reported that Sean Longstaff is ready for a transfer to that may finish an 18-year affiliation with boyhood membership Newcastle.
The deal is predicted to be concluded for a assured £12m – plus £3m in potential add-ons.
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The North Shields-born participant joined the Magpies aged 9 and made his debut for them in 2018, having initially gained expertise on mortgage at and
His type throughout his first Premier League season meant he briefly turned a switch goal for however the Purple Devils baulked on the reported £50m asking value.
Longstaff has made 214 appearances for Newcastle, scoring 16 objectives, together with a strike in a memorable
He was a daily starter in each 2022-23 and 2023-24, however misplaced his place final season. With Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Joelinton firmly established because the midfield three, Longstaff solely started eight Premier League matches – none of which got here after Christmas.
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A transfer to Elland Street ought to give the 27-year-old the prospect to play extra frequently and would additionally see him comply with within the footsteps of his uncle Alan Thompson, the previous and midfielder, who additionally had a stint with Leeds in the direction of the tip of his profession.
How do you’re feeling about Longstaff leaving his boyhood membership? Does sentiment must be put to the facet, or is it vital to maintain native gamers?
[BBC]