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🚨 Newcastle Pull Back From Amar Dedić Pursuit As Alternative Target Emerges
Newcastle United are reportedly reconsidering their move for Benfica full-back Amar Dedić after concerns emerged over the overall cost of the transfer package.
While talks between Newcastle and Benfica had progressed in recent days and personal terms were believed to be agreed with the player, Benfica’s valuation of around €35 million has caused the Premier League club to reassess the deal. Sources close to the negotiations suggest Newcastle’s hierarchy feel the price has risen beyond what they consider fair market value for the Bosnian international.
As a result, Newcastle have now turned their attention to another option in the market, with Feyenoord right-back Bart Nieuwkoop emerging as a surprise target. The experienced Dutch defender has impressed with his consistency in the Eredivisie and is viewed as a more financially realistic solution as Matthias Jaissle continues his search for defensive reinforcements.
Club insiders indicate that Jaissle remains determined to strengthen the full-back department before the transfer window closes, but Newcastle are unwilling to be drawn into a bidding war. The Magpies have already invested heavily this summer and are keen to maintain discipline in negotiations rather than overpay for a single target.
Although Dedić remains admired by Newcastle’s recruitment team, there is growing belief that a deal is now unlikely unless Benfica significantly reduce their demands. Discussions have not completely collapsed, but momentum has slowed considerably compared to earlier in the week when the transfer appeared close to completion.
Newcastle scouts have already compiled reports on several alternative full-backs across Europe, with Nieuwkoop now among the names being discussed internally. The Dutchman is valued at a considerably lower fee and would arrive with significant European experience, making him an attractive option for the club’s recruitment department.
Supporters had expected Dedić to become Jaissle’s next signing due to their previous relationship at Red Bull Salzburg. However, football’s transfer market can change quickly, and Newcastle’s stance is clear: they will not compromise their financial strategy, regardless of how highly a player is rated.
Unless there is a dramatic breakthrough in negotiations with Benfica over the coming days, Newcastle are expected to accelerate talks for alternative targets as they look to complete a new defensive signing before the deadline.
The next 48 hours could prove decisive, but as things stand, Newcastle appear to be moving away from Amar Dedić and toward a new option in the market.
