Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Widely reportedDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 10 Aug 2026
Hojbjerg U-turn Leaves Newcastle Scrambling for Midfield Options
Newcastle's pursuit of Pierre Emile Hojbjerg collapsed after the Dane had a change of heart on Monday.
Player
Pierre Emile Hojbjerg
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Marseille
Linked club
Newcastle, AC Milan
What happened. Newcastle's move for Marseille midfielder Pierre Emile Hojbjerg broke down on Monday after the 31-year-old changed his mind over the deal, despite talks initially going well.
- Newcastle are now exploring other options after the setback.
- Aston Villa may step up negotiations for Bayern's Joao Palhinha.
- Hojbjerg is weighing his options with AC Milan interested.
“Joao Palhinha is a very good player who would fit our plans. We are in talks, but there is currently no agreement.”
— Damian Vidagany
Newcastle must pivot quickly, while Villa could capitalize on the Palhinha opportunity.
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