Charlotte FC are close to securing the signing of Newcastle United star Miguel Almiron, with the Paraguayan international set to leave the Premier League club after five seasons.
Almiron, who joined Newcastle in 2019 for a club-record £21million from Atlanta United, has found his opportunities limited this season under manager Eddie Howe.
Despite his strong performances in the past, including a stunning Champions League goal in Newcastle’s historic 4-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain in October 2023, the 30-year-old has struggled to maintain a regular position of holder.
So far this season, Almiron has played just seven games in the Premier League and the Carabao Cup, playing a total of just 300 minutes. His only Premier League start came in a 2-1 defeat at Chelsea, with Almiron finishing behind Anthony Gordon in the pecking order.
Almiron’s agent, Daniel Campos, confirmed that while the winger is committed to fighting for his place at St James’ Park, he is open to considering offers. Campos also revealed that Charlotte FC made a bid for the player in the summer, which was rejected by Newcastle at the time.
Miguel Almiron closes the transfer to Charlotte FC
However, the MLS side continued to pursue the player and are now close to agreeing a deal with Newcastle for Almiron with the Magpies giving the green light to a deal, as reported. the Chronicles.
Former Leicester defender Christian Fuchs, now an assistant coach at Charlotte FC, spoke positively of Almiron when asked about the potential signing. While he refrained from commenting directly on the deal, Fuchs praised the Newcastle star, hinting that a move could be on the horizon.
Speaking to Sky Sports about the Newcastle star, he said (via The Chronicle):
“He’s a great player but I don’t really want to talk about him because he hasn’t signed yet.”
“There are always a lot of names associated with Charlotte FC and all I know is that once signed, Almiron will be a great addition to our club and I would love to have him join us and play for us.”
Miguel Almiron leaves the club as a fan favourite
Despite interest from other clubs, including Leicester City, a return to MLS now appears likely.
Almiron will leave Newcastle as a fan favourite, having played 219 games with the club, scoring 30 goals and providing 12 assists. His time at St James’ Park has been marked by ups and downs, but his contributions, particularly his tireless work ethic and ability to score crucial goals, have made him a key figure in the recent resurgence of the club
The young and exciting winger appears inside Newcastle’s training centre
