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Matthias Jaissle retains Joe Willock and Jacob Murphy at Newcastle United

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 12:00 PM

Last updated Sep 5, 2026

Matthias Jaissle retains Joe Willock and Jacob Murphy at Newcastle United

Summary

Manager Matthias Jaissle confirmed that Newcastle United rejected transfer bids totaling £32 million for Joe Willock and Jacob Murphy during the final stages of the summer window. Besiktas reportedly offered £17 million for Willock, while Nottingham Forest raised its offer for Murphy to £15 million. Jaissle stated the club prioritized squad balance and depth following pre-season evaluations and internal discussions regarding roles. Willock has featured as a No. 10 option following the loan departure of Nick Woltemade, and Murphy continues to serve as a veteran presence on the right wing. Both players enter the final year of their current contracts and will be eligible to negotiate with other clubs beginning January 1, 2027.

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By the Numbers

•Newcastle United declined £32 million in combined transfer fees for Joe Willock and Jacob Murphy.
•Matthias Jaissle cited the need for a well-balanced squad when turning down the offers.
•Joe Willock has played as a No. 10 following the departure of Nick Woltemade.
•Both players have contracts running through the summer of 2027.

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12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Matthias Jaissle Explains Newcastle’s £32 Million Decision After Transfer Deadline

What they're saying

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Newcastle United made several significant decisions during the closing stages of the transfer window, but few were more financially intriguing than keeping two experienced players who are entering the final years of their contracts. Sky Sports’ Keith Downie reported on deadline day that Besiktas offered as much as £17 million (€19.7 million) for Joe Willock, […]
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