Newcastle and PSG pursue Javi Rodríguez from Celta Vigo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 9:00 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Newcastle United continues to seek reinforcements before the transfer deadline, focusing primarily on strengthening its attack. However, the club has recently shown interest in Celta Vigo defender Javi Rodríguez, who is also a target for Paris Saint-Germain. Rodríguez's performance has caught attention after he established himself as a key player last season, making his senior debut for Spain in June. PSG has reportedly made initial inquiries for Rodríguez, who has a €40 million release clause. As of now, Newcastle has not submitted an offer.
- •Newcastle targets Javi Rodríguez in transfer negotiations with Celta Vigo.
- •PSG is currently the leading team pursuing Rodríguez.
- •Rodríguez has a €40 million release clause in his contract.
- •He made 46 appearances for Celta Vigo last season.
- •Transfer deadline is approaching on Tuesday.
- 9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Newcastle Joins PSG in Race for €40M La Liga Defender: Report
"Newcastle United’s main focus remains strengthening Matthias Jaissle’s attack before Tuesday’s transfer deadline, but the Magpies are continuing to explore opportunities elsewhere in the squad during the final days of the window. According to The Athletic, Jaissle would like to add a pacy center-back, even though another defensive signing is currently considered less likely than […]
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