Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has referred to links with Benfica’s Enzo Fernandez.
Jacque Talbot reported that Fernandez has been linked with both Newcastle and Liverpool, however a winter transfer would be “virtually impossible” to oversee.
I heard from Portugal that a January move for Enzo Fernández, the World Cup winner recently linked to Liverpool and Newcastle, would be virtually impossible to make. It will be a summer transfer: it will remain Benfica for the rest of the season.
— Jacque Talbot (@jac_talbot) December 19, 2022
The 21-year-old lit up the biggest stage while representing Argentina at the World Cup and was awarded FIFA Young Player of the Tournament shortly after being crowned world champion.
Speculation has circulated about Jurgen Klopp’s strong interest in the midfielder, but Liverpool are also prioritizing the transfer of Jude Bellingham next summer and deals for both seem unlikely given the expected price tag.
Fernández may also be enthusiastic about a move to St James’ Park given his recent form and financial backing. The Magpies are third in the Premier League, ahead of Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, and their owners can certainly offer the youngster a lucrative contract offer.
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Howe’s comments on the World Cup star
Howe told Craig Hope: “I’m aware of him and I know him, but I think the transfer fee could be quite hefty.”
He then responded to Alan Shearer’s comments about the Argentine, adding: “I apologize to Alan, I was on the other channel!”
