Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationCaughtOffsideUnverified source· 7 Aug 2026
Newcastle eye Højbjerg to bolster midfield
Newcastle United are exploring a move for former Tottenham midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg.
P. Højbjerg
player
Player
Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
Position
Midfielder
Current club
Marseille
Linked club
Newcastle United
What happened. Newcastle United are exploring a move to sign Pierre-Emile Højbjerg from Marseille, as reported by Sky Sports.
- Højbjerg is a former Tottenham midfielder.
- Newcastle see him as a key transfer target.
- The move aims to fortify midfield options.
Newcastle are rebuilding ahead of the new campaign, with Højbjerg identified as a target.
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