Top’ player Newcastle United bid £70m for has now decided to run down his contract
Newcastle United broke their transfer record in the summer of 2025, having failed to do so in 2024.
Nick Woltemade joined Newcastle United, arriving from Stuttgart for £65million. The deal could even rise to £69million with add-ons.
That fee makes him Newcastle’s most expensive player, surpassing the £63million that was spent on Alexander Isak. It is a huge investment from PIF, 12 months after missing out on the opportunity to smash the club’s transfer record.
In the summer of 2024, Newcastle relentlessly pursued Marc Guehi. He was Eddie Howe’s top target, with Newcastle offering £70million for Guehi.
Crystal Palace said no, with Steve Parish deciding that the centre-back was simply too valuable. This summer Guehi almost left for just £35million to Liverpool, but once again the Eagles stood firm.
Now the reality is that Guehi is going to become a free agent.
Marc Guehi will be available on a free transfer
On transfer deadline day, Liverpool bought Alexander Isak for a British record fee of £125million. However, they were unable to complete a deal for Guehi.
Comparisons have been made between Isak and Guehi. One acted disgracefully, the other showed grace. However, only one of them got the transfer they wanted.
