PIF have ‘made it clear’ they are prepared to raid the Saudi Pro League in search of a replacement for suspended midfielder Sandro Tonali.
That’s according to a recent report from TEAMtalk, who claims the Magpies’ wealthy owners are willing to do business in the January transfer window with teams in Saudi Arabia’s top flight.
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TT understands PIF are willing to give Newcastle the green light for deals between them and the Saudi Pro League in January, with several targets already emerging… ?https://t.co/T6liT3Br6f
— TEAMtalk (@TEAMtalk) October 30, 2023
Having lost Tonali for 10 months following illegal betting activity, Eddie Howe and his coaching staff are on the lookout for a new midfielder and several names are already under consideration.
Although Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips is thought to be Howe’s first-choice signing, other names on the Englishman’s shortlist include Al-Hilal’s Ruben Neves and Al-Ahli’s Gabri Veiga.