Newcastle pursues Nicolas Seiwald as transfer activity accelerates
The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 8:35 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

With the Premier League season approaching, Newcastle is looking to bolster its squad. The club, which needs fresh talent after a summer raid, may turn to RB Leipzig midfielder Nicolas Seiwald, who has previously played under Matthias Jaissle at RB Salzburg. Meanwhile, Manchester United is eyeing a left-back following their failed attempt to acquire Lewis Hall. Club Brugge's Joaquin Seys is reportedly at the top of United's list, alongside Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó, who could become available after Barcelona's deal for Rodri.
- •Newcastle interested in RB Leipzig's Nicolas Seiwald.
- •Manchester United seeks a left-back after failing to land Lewis Hall.
- •Joaquin Seys from Club Brugge is a priority for United.
- •Manchester United may target Barcelona's Marc Casadó.
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"Today’s gossip is being advertised in imaginative ways A new Premier League season is just days away, so it stands to reason that a few clubs are getting panicky in the transfer market. Newcastle are certainly in need of some fresh faces after being raided earlier in the summer so, after being linked with Christopher Nkunku, could move for RB Leipzig midfielder Nicolas Seiwald. The Austria international played under Matthias Jaissle at RB Salzburg. Newcastle have shunned Manchester United’s attempts to snare Lewis Hall, so the Old Trafford club are still in the market for a left-back. Joaquin Seys, 21, of Club Brugge, is said to be a carbon copy of Hall and the Belgian has apparently been shunted to the top of United’s hitlist. Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó is also a potential United midfield target with the Catalans ready to move on the 22-year-old after agreeing a deal for Rodri. Continue reading...
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