Newcastle still open to selling Lewis Hall despite new long-term contract

Newcastle United have not closed the door on selling Lewis Hall next summer, even though the England left-back has agreed a new deal that runs until 2031. The 22-year-old, recently linked with Manchester United, is not guaranteed to stay at St James' Park despite the contract agreement. Any decision will hinge on the offers that arrive and on the sporting plan the Magpies put together for the coming windows.

• Newcastle could accept a summer sale for Lewis Hall despite a contract that now runs to 2031.
• Brighton are confident of renewing Yasin Ayari, but Kaoru Mitoma is likely to push for a January exit.
• Chelsea are considering another move for Manu Koné, with Jamie Gittens potentially heading the other way.
• Liverpool plan to sign another midfielder next summer, pushing Alexis Mac Allister further down the pecking order.
• Manchester United and Tottenham both scouted Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi in Belgium.

Why Lewis Hall could still leave Newcastle

The contract extension does not lock Lewis Hall into a long-term future in the north east. The left-back, who has become a regular option for Eddie Howe, features on Manchester United's radar and remains on the list of several clubs with the financial muscle to pull off a major deal. Newcastle are open to listening if a compelling bid lands next summer, a stance that fits a club keen to balance the books while keeping room to manoeuvre in the market.

Hall came through the Chelsea system before making the switch to Newcastle and has since established himself as a dependable presence on the left side. His age and his status as an England international push his price up, and a sale would give the club the chance to reinvest in other positions without weakening the overall squad.

Brighton working on two fronts: Ayari renewal and Mitoma exit

Brighton are handling negotiations in opposite directions with two of their attacking players. On one side, talks with Yasin Ayari are progressing well and the club are optimistic about closing a new deal for the 22-year-old Sweden midfielder, who has grown into a more prominent role under Fabian Hürzeler.

The situation around Kaoru Mitoma looks very different. The Japan winger, 29, has a contract that runs only until the end of next season and appears unlikely to extend his stay at the Amex Stadium. That leaves Brighton weighing up a sale as early as the January window to avoid losing him on a free transfer further down the line. Mitoma, one of the most unpredictable forwards in the Premier League, would have no shortage of suitors.

Chelsea ready to revisit Manu Koné deal in January

Chelsea have not given up on Manu Koné. After falling short in their pursuit of the French midfielder during the summer, the London club are considering another approach in the winter window. A deal could include England winger Jamie Gittens, 22, moving in the opposite direction, a structure that would lower the cash involved and help the two clubs reach an agreement.

Koné, 25, fits the profile of the physically strong, box-to-box midfielder Chelsea have been looking to add to their engine room. His form in Serie A has kept the Blues interested, and they remain alert to any opening that would strengthen an already deep squad.

Mac Allister's role, Liverpool's plan and the Tresoldi chase

Liverpool are expected to move for another midfielder next summer, a signing that would push Alexis Mac Allister further down the pecking order at Anfield. The 27-year-old Argentina international has been an important figure for the Reds, but Arne Slot wants to keep reshaping a midfield with complementary profiles and added competition.

Mac Allister's situation stands in contrast to the attention around Nicolo Tresoldi. The 22-year-old German striker from Club Brugge was watched in Belgium on Tuesday by representatives from Manchester United and Tottenham, both eager to get a closer look at his development. He is emerging as one of the young attacking options on the radar of two clubs searching for more firepower in the market.

Other names on the transfer radar

Manchester United are also planning to secure the future of Lisandro Martínez. The 28-year-old Argentina centre-back would be offered a long-term extension if he stays clear of injuries and produces an impressive 2026-27 campaign at Old Trafford, a condition the club wants to see fulfilled before committing to a new deal.

In Spain, Atlético Madrid have no intention of selling Álex Baena anytime soon despite interest from Manchester City. The 25-year-old Spain midfielder is considered untouchable in the club's project. Meanwhile, David Alaba, who left Real Madrid this summer at 34, has emerged as a possible target for Mexican side Club América.

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