[Newcastle United](https://readnewcastle.com/2026/08/22/submitted-bid-fabrizio-romano-drops-newcastle-united-transfer-news/) have been linked with plenty of players this summer. While the desire has been there to improve the squad, the club have not always been able to convince people to make the move to St James’ Park.
Why has that been the case? Well, it could be a combination of issues. They do not have European football on offer at the moment. And unfortunately, it also feels like the project has shifted quite a bit.
The focus had been on winning not too long ago. But now, it feels like building something sustainable is the new objective of the Magpies management.
That is the reason why key players have been allowed to leave and have been replaced by youngsters. Unsurprisingly, players with ambitions of winning immediately have chosen other projects.
So, with Newcastle United being linked with Nico Gonzalez of Manchester City, it is very important to know whether the player is even open to a move to St James’ Park.
According to transfer insider [Krrish](https://x.com/KrrishFT/status/2091222846706274788) on X, Newcastle United are progressing in talks with Manchester City for Gonzalez, as they push to complete a £50 million deal. Personal terms are not expected to be an issue, with the Magpies having positive talks with the player’s camp. He is open to the move.
The plan for Newcastle United is to push to complete the deal early next week. Talks are progressing and the Magpies remain confident, with the transfer fee the key point still to be resolved before it can be completed.
It is believed that Manchester City are looking for a package in the region of £60 million. On the other hand, Newcastle United want to complete the deal in the region of £ 50 million.
That update will give Newcastle United fans some confidence that a deal can actually be done. Gonzalez seems open to the idea of making a move to St James’ Park. The Magpies will know better than most the importance of players who want to join the club.
We need to be cautious though. Other outlets have also suggested that he still feels that he can be an important part of this Manchester City team.
At the end of the day, someone like Gonzalez would be a solid addition to this Newcastle United team. As things stand, he should walk into the starting XI from day one.
Manchester City seem open to the idea of the move as well. So, all things considered, do not be surprised if this does end up happening soon.