Arsenal and Manchester City Vie for Newcastle’s Tino Livramento

The race to sign Newcastle United right-back Tino Livramento is heating up, with both Arsenal and Manchester City expressing strong interest in the 23-year-old defender. Tottenham Hotspur’s captain Cristian Romero is also anticipated to be on the move at the end of the season, adding another dimension to the summer transfer window.

Arsenal Join the Fray

Arsenal are reportedly considering a summer offer for Livramento, according to ESPN. The Gunners have initiated talks with RB Leipzig regarding defender Castello Lukeba, but Livramento remains a key target. Newcastle are keen to retain the England international, but Arsenal’s interest, alongside that of Manchester City, presents a significant challenge.

Manchester City’s Pursuit

Manchester City have been linked with Livramento for some time, and recent reports suggest the transfer is “pretty much nailed on,” according to former Everton and Aston Villa chief executive Keith Wyness, as reported by ManchesterWorld. A potential fee of around £70 million has been discussed, which would be a record-breaking transfer for the player. However, Fabrizio Romano indicates that the situation is not currently “advanced” or “close,” despite previous interest during the last summer transfer window Yahoo Sports.

Other Transfer Rumors

• Cristian Romero (Tottenham): A departure for the Tottenham captain is likely, with several top clubs expressing interest, as reported by ESPN.
• Castello Lukeba (RB Leipzig): Arsenal are also pursuing the French center-back, with Bayern Munich also in contention ESPN.
• Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona): Juventus, AC Milan, and several MLS clubs are interested in signing the Barcelona striker as a free agent ESPN.
• Michael Olise (Bayern Munich): Bayern Munich are attempting to ward off interest from Liverpool in the French forward ESPN.
• Matthew Fernandes (West Ham): Manchester United are increasing their interest in the West Ham midfielder ESPN.

Livramento’s Performance and Contract

Tino Livramento, 23, joined Newcastle in 2023 and has made 100 appearances for the club in all competitions, including 20 this season. He is currently under contract with Newcastle until June 2028 ManchesterWorld.

Manchester City are expected to sign a right-back this year, regardless of the outcome of the pursuit of Livramento Yahoo Sports.