Newcastle launch €45m bid for 15-G/A attacker as summer window nears close

Matias Fernandez-Pardo has been linked with a move away from Lille this summer.

The 21-year-old Belgian has been linked with multiple clubs, and Newcastle United have now made their first move to sign the player. They have submitted an offer of around €45 million to sign the dynamic attacker, according to L’Equipe.

Matias Fernandez-Pardo attracts Newcastle interest

He can operate centrally as well as in the wide areas. Newcastle need more quality in the final third, and Fernandez-Pardo will help create opportunities for them and score goals as well. He had 15 goal contributions for the French outfit last season, and he will only improve with coaching and experience.

The 21-year-old has physicality and technical attributes for English football, and he could be an asset for Newcastle in the long term. It remains to be seen whether the French outfit is prepared to sanction his departure.

Reports suggest they could demand close to €70 million for the attacker. Fernandez-Pardo is a talented player with a bright future, but he is still largely unproven at the highest level. The offer from Newcastle seems quite significant, and it remains to be seen whether it is accepted.