On his social networks, Allan Saint-Maximin acts as if all these rumors had no hold on him. Returning to Newcastle after his holidays, the 26-year-old French striker said he was ” back at home “. A way of responding to the English press which has been constantly questioning its future for a few months.
Under contract until 2026, the former Nice, who had been recruited for 18 M€ in 2019, can even boast of being publicly supported by his coach, Eddie Howe. “We just hope he comes back fully fit and ready to have an important season for him personally.”the Englishman said last month.
Saudi Arabia already on the move
But this speech, the leaders of the Toons do not necessarily share it. And the trend for the month of May mentioned in our columns seems to be confirmed. THE Telegram indeed claims that the Magpies are looking to sell Saint-Maximin. Author of 13 goals and 21 assists in 124 matches in all competitions since playing in England, the Frenchman has lost his starting status since Newcastle went under the Saudi flag.
During the 2022/2023 season, number 10 also made a poor record: 1 goal, 5 assists in 31 games. This time, ASM’s fate seems complete, especially as Newcastle hope to recover at least €45m. A high sum which will be intended to enlist a target of the Toons: the midfielder of Leicester, Harvey Barnes (25 years old). At this price, Saint-Maximin will not be accessible to a lot of clubs outside England. Unless the links between the Toons and Saudi Arabia come into play since the English media specifies that several clubs in the oil state have positioned themselves. Case to follow.
