Man Utd, Man City Pursue Newcastle’s England Star

Manchester United and Manchester City are both targeting Newcastle’s Tino Livramento, indicating a potential transfer battle in 2026. The 22-year-old full-back joined Newcastle from Southampton in 2023 for an initial fee of £32 million. Under the management of Eddie Howe, Livramento has made significant contributions, with 88 appearances and three international caps for England.

Injury Setbacks and Future Prospects

Despite his promising start, Livramento’s season has been marred by a knee injury. He has only participated in eight matches across all competitions this season but is expected to return later this month. The Croydon native aims to reclaim his spot in the starting lineup and solidify his chances for the upcoming World Cup next year.

Interest from Manchester Clubs

Both Manchester clubs have shown sustained interest in Livramento. Manchester City attempted to secure his services during the last transfer window, although nothing materialized from those discussions. Reports suggest that City is particularly keen on acquiring the versatile defender.

• Manchester United also expressed interest; their director of football, Jason Wilcox, previously held a similar role at Southampton during Livramento’s time there.
• Newcastle, meanwhile, is eager to retain Livramento, as Howe values his contributions greatly.

Contractual Situation

Livramento is still bound by the contract he signed upon his arrival at Newcastle, which is set to expire in 2028. The club is reportedly looking to extend his deal further. Eddie Howe remains optimistic about Livramento’s recovery, targeting a return against Manchester City on November 22.

Performance Statistics

Here are Tino Livramento’s Premier League statistics to date:

Howe noted the impact of Livramento’s injury, describing him as a critical asset for the team. With heightened interest from both Manchester clubs, the future of Tino Livramento will be closely watched in the coming months.