On Sunday, Matthias Jaissle led Newcastle in his Premier League debut. With Eddie Howe done at St. James’ Park, the German coach doesn’t have long to crack the codes in the world’s toughest league. With Gordon, Tonali and Guimaraes also gone, there was a nail-biting bunch of Newcastle supporters who were nervous with Liverpool visiting. There was no reason for that. The Newcastle team did not seem weakened, and shook Liverpool. Now there is a reinforcement Jaissle has been waiting for.
It was Liverpool who won one point in the 2-2 draw. Newcastle were in control 2-1 until late in injury time. A penalty to Liverpool saved Iraola from defeat on his Premier League debut.
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For Newcastle supporters, a liberating start with Jaissle, who signals that the club is not on its knees after losing the three most important players and Howe. Now there is a very important reinforcement from Manchester City.
Last week, The Athletic reported that Newcastle were in talks with City about midfielder Nico González, the 24-year-old with 59 appearances and 4 goals in a City shirt since his move from FC Porto in 2025.
According to transfer journalist Romano, the clubs are now close to an agreement on a transfer for the former Barcelona talent at around £45 million.
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