Newcastle boss Matthias Jaissle look s on
Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg has turned down the opportunity to join Newcastle, talkSPORT understands.
The Magpies had zeroed in on Hojbjerg as a replacement for Bruno Guimaraes, who moved to Arsenal last Saturday.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg in action for Marseille2
Hojbjerg has previous Premier League experience
It is understood Newcastle were ready to meet Marseille's valuation of Hojbjerg, but the Dane ultimately wanted to remain put.
Hojbjerg was viewed as an ideal candidate to fill the void left by Guimaraes due to his leadership qualities and vast Premier League experience.
Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg's extensive Premier League experience
The 31-year-old has over 250 top flight appearances to his name, with 145 made during his time at Tottenham and 109 with Southampton.
Hojbjerg last featured in the Premier League during the 2023/24 campaign.
The Dane's decision to reject Newcastle's proposal signifies yet another blow in what has been a tumultuous summer for the club.
Along with Guimaraes, Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali have both exited St James' Park this summer for significant sums.
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Gordon joined Barcelona prior to the World Cup for a cool £70m while Tonali became Tottenham's club record signing as they parted with £100m to land the Italian.
There's also been a change in the dugout as Eddie Howe chose to step down after five years in the dugout.
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He has since been replaced by Matthias Jaissle, who joined from Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli.
Jaissle was almost dealt a crippling blow in his first game in charge of the Magpies when Anthony Elanga was stretchered off against Valencia on Saturday.
Jaissle could do with having a Guimaraes replacement lined up before Newcastle's Premier League opener2
Jaissle could do with having a Guimaraes replacement lined up before Newcastle's Premier League opener
Elanga was left worse for wear after he got clattered by Valencia's Jose Luis Gaya in the first half.
The ugly incident sparked a touchline brawl as incensed Magpies players vented their frustration over Gaya's reckless challenge.
Despite the severity of the challenge, Jaissle has since confirmed Elanga's injury 'wasn't serious'.
When is Newcastle next in action?
Jaissle will hope Elanga can fully recover in time for Newcastle's Premier League opener on August 23, when they host Liverpool.
Newcastle still have three additional friendlies to play before the season commences.
Jaissle's side next play Everton on August 12 before clashes against Bayer Leverkusen and Strasbourg.