Due to his involvement in betting infractions, he is on the verge of receiving a substantial suspension. Although he may initially face a ban of up to three years, this penalty is expected to be reduced due to his cooperation with the Italian Football Association. Regardless of the ultimate duration of the ban, it’s certain that he will be absent for the latter part of the season.
Consequently, Newcastle is now obligated to secure a replacement during the winter transfer window. They must ensure that their squad is well-equipped to compete in both the domestic league and the UEFA Champions League. To address this need, the club has compiled a list of potential transfer targets, with Ruben Neves being among the names considered.
Ruben Neves, a 26-year-old Portuguese international, made a move to the Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal in the summer for a transfer fee of £47 million. Consequently, the likelihood of his departure during the upcoming summer transfer window appears remote. However, the intriguing aspect lies in the ownership of Newcastle.
Newcastle is under the ownership of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), which raises the possibility that they could leverage their influence to secure his transfer to the club. Nevertheless, any potential deal is expected to be complex and costly. While signing the Portuguese international may present challenges, his qualities make him a promising candidate to fill the void left by Tonali.
Leave a Reply