Newcastle pursues Johan Manzambi following World Cup breakout performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 9:03 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
Newcastle United is targeting Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi after he emerged as a breakout star at the 2026 World Cup. The 20-year-old impressed with a double against Bosnia and Herzegovina and contributed a goal and assist against Canada, helping Switzerland reach the quarter-finals. Manzambi, who previously starred in Freiburg's Europa League campaign, brings significant versatility and skill to the pitch. As clubs show interest, Newcastle aims to bolster its squad after selling Sandro Tonali. The outcome of negotiations may depend on Freiburg's positioning following Manzambi's standout performances.
- •Manzambi has scored three goals in the World Cup.
- •He became the youngest player with five goal involvements in a World Cup.
- •Freiburg may negotiate strongly given his performances.
- •Newcastle recently signed three players under 21 years old.
- •The club sold Tonali for a fee potentially rising to £100m.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — Why Newcastle target Manzambi is in demand
- 9:03 AMBBC Sport — Why Newcastle target Manzambi is in demand
"Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?
"Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 8, 2026, 9:03 AMWhy Newcastle target Manzambi is in demand
Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?
- BBC SportJul 8, 2026, 9:03 AMWhy Newcastle target Manzambi is in demand
Johan Manzambi has been one of the World Cup's breakout stars, so can Newcastle United win the race to sign the Freiburg midfielder?
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