Sources: Newcastle to reignite chase for January target, £40m will get deal done

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(Credit: Imago) Wed 15 April 2026 13:00, UK Newcastle United are ready to spark up their pursuit of Sporting CP centre-back Ousmane Diomande again this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The Magpies and Crystal Palace both showed a keen interest in the 22-year-old during the recent January window, and the number of potential Premier League suitors is set to grow further this summer. Sporting are still fighting for the Portuguese league title, while their run to the quarter-finals of the Champions League was another reason why they were unwilling to sell in January.

Newcastle want to add to their defence ahead of next season, and they are ready to finally try to bring Diomande to the Premier League, after several months of speculation. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. Injuries have been an issue for him at times this season, but Newcastle are adamant that he would be a good addition to their defensive ranks.

Newcastle leading the chase for new goalkeeperFootball Insider revealed last week that Newcastle are leading the race for Gregor Kobel this summer, in a bid to refresh their goalkeeping department. Newcastle are aware that it would take a “huge fee” to prise Kobel away from the Bundesliga giants, but they are keen to try and spend big to boost their rearguard ahead of next term.