Newcastle prioritizes Fernandez-Pardo amid manager's decision to exclude him

Newcastle United is focused on securing a transfer for winger-cum-forward Fernandez-Pardo as the summer transfer window closes. Lille manager Davide Ancelotti confirmed that Fernandez-Pardo will not train with the first team until the end of the window. Newcastle previously deemed the transfer unlikely due to UEFA competition qualifications but has reignited interest as Fernandez-Pardo appears willing to move. The club's latest offer of €60 million falls short of Lille's €70 million asking price. As the deadline approaches, the possibility of reaching an agreement remains uncertain.

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