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Newcastle have made an offer for Amar Dedic as they step up their pursuit of the Benfica player, with talks between the clubs now understood to be under way.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Newcastle are in discussions with Benfica over a possible deal for Dedic. The move comes as the club look to reinvest part of the funds generated from the outgoings of Anthony Gordon, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali.
Those departures have given Newcastle room to reshape their squad, and Dedic has emerged as a target as the club consider how best to use the money now available. While the exact value of the offer has not been disclosed, Newcastle’s approach signals a clear intention to move the process forward rather than simply monitor the player’s situation.
Benfica’s stance will be important in determining whether negotiations progress quickly. At this stage, talks are ongoing, and there is no indication yet that an agreement has been finalised. Newcastle, however, appear ready to commit funds from their recent sales as they try to secure a player they have identified as part of their plans.
The coming days could prove significant, with discussions expected to focus on whether the two clubs can find common ground on the structure and valuation of any transfer. For Newcastle, the move would represent another step in a summer shaped by major exits and a need to refresh the squad.
Dedic’s future is now one to watch closely, with Newcastle’s offer putting Benfica under pressure to decide whether they are prepared to negotiate a sale before the window develops further.
Dedic is wanted by Newcastle as a replacement for Kieran Trippier, who has moved to Wolves.
