Newcastle United pursue Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Marseille
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 6:05 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Newcastle United has expressed interest in signing midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Marseille, as reported on August 7, 2026. The club seeks a replacement for Bruno Guimaraes, who is heading to Arsenal. Hojbjerg, 31, has extensive Premier League experience and could return to England after his time at Marseille. The Magpies' sporting director, Ross Wilson, is exploring options, with Hojbjerg included on the shortlist alongside other candidates.
- •Newcastle United targets Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg from Marseille.
- •Club searches for a replacement for Arsenal-bound Bruno Guimaraes.
- •Hojbjerg has made 254 Premier League appearances.
- •Ross Wilson is assessing various midfielder options.
- •The transfer is part of Newcastle's summer strategy.
- 6:05 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle United are interested in Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg
"Newcastle United are interested in signing Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer, according to French outlet Foot Mercato. Newcastle want a replacement for Arsenal-bound Bruno Guimara...
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