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26 August 2026

Newcastle agree up to £52m deal for Man City midfielder Nico Gonzalez

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Newcastle agree up to £52m deal for Man City midfielder Nico Gonzalez

Newcastle United have agreed a deal worth up to £52 million to sign Manchester City midfielder Nico Gonzalez. BBC Sport reported the agreement between the clubs. The transfer, if completed, would see Gonzalez move from Manchester City to Newcastle United.

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