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Newcastle pursues Assane Diao with over €50 million offer

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Newcastle pursues Assane Diao with over €50 million offer
Summary

Newcastle United is reportedly making a significant move to acquire Assane Diao from Como, offering over €50 million. The Serie A club rejected Newcastle's initial approach, which follows interest from Aston Villa as well. Diao, 21, has been impressive this season, scoring three goals, including one during his Champions League debut. Como appears committed to keeping Diao, considering extending his contract to 2031 as they plan to build their long-term project around him. Newcastle's interest suggests they may return with an improved offer.

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  • •Newcastle offers over €50 million for Assane Diao.
  • •Como rejects the proposal, aiming to keep the young forward.
  • •Diao scored three goals early this season, including in the Champions League.
  • •Como plans to extend Diao's contract through 2031.
  • •Aston Villa also made a bid for Diao, which was declined.
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  • 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle Ready to Spend More Than €50 Million on Champions League Breakout Star
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Newcastle United’s recruitment strategy has increasingly centered on young players capable of developing into major long-term assets, and the club apparently explored another ambitious addition during the summer that might arrive in Tyneside during the next few months. La Gazzetta dello Sport, via TuttoMercatoWeb, reported that Newcastle made an approach for Como attacker Assane Diao, […]

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