Since gaining new owners, led by Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Newcastle have spent “only” 100 million euros so far. They fulfilled their goal, without drama they survived in the elite rank after the desperate first part of the season and now are ready for some serious shopping. In January, they hit the bullseye with hiring Bruno Guimaraes from Lyon – and now the executives of the club from the far north of England could go and shop at Stade de Gerland again.According to RMC Sport, the Times reports that the Magpies want Lucas Paqueta and are ready to set aside 59 million euros for his services.24.11. Thu 21:00: (1.55) Brazil (4.00) Serbia (6.25)Paqueta arrived in European football in January 2019. He was signed by AC Milan from Flamengo for 35 million euros. A lot was expected from him at San Siro, but he did not do well and two years ago he was sold to Lyon for 20 million euros.He prospered in France, earned the no.10 shirt and became one of the best players of the team from Gerland. He was on the radar of numerous clubs, it was rumored that Leonardo, who brought him to AC Milan, could move him to PSG, and now it is only clear that Lyon will cash in well during the summer. Peter Bosz’s team did not manage to reach any of the spots leading to the European stage and now they have to make up for the losses.Newcastle set aside 42 million euros for Guimaraes during the previous transfer window, the Brazilian fit in great in a short period of time and showed that he could grow into one of the better midfielders in the entire Premier League. Undoubtedly, he will be the center of the project in St.James’ Park in the future as well and considering that he has an excellent relationship with Paqueta, it is clear why the Magpies want to complete a dynamic duo. And the newly super-rich club will not mind spending a lot.🚨 Newcastle are lining up a bid of around €60M for Lucas Paqueta from Lyon. (Source: Times) pic.twitter.com/lijZuawxkZ— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) May 26, 2022 “I have to go through the process of observing and analyzing the performance and profile of the players, to assess whether the style corresponds to what we want from the team. I know about Bruno’s relationship with Lucas Paqueta. It may be helpful to know each other,” said Eddie Howe at a press conference before the end of the season.Newcastle’s interest is obviously serious, it is unlikely that anyone will be able to compete with them financially, while a well-known face is already waiting for Paqueta at the club – it seems that the Brazilian tandem will operate in the Magpies’ midfield next season.
