On Wednesday, TuttoMercatoWeb reported Newcastle United scout Steve Nickson travelled to watch Atalanta’s Éderson live in action against Frosinone.
It was also stated the Magpies are serious about the midfielder, but the Serie A side have no intention of parting ways with him this month.
PL Brasil also state Newcastle sent their official to watch the 24-year-old earlier this week and explain how they can secure his services in January.
The Tyneside club’s official ‘loved what they saw’ and ‘reinforced their interest’ in Éderson with his representatives, who had also made a trip to Italy to meet the Magpies.
The report states Atalanta ‘strongly resist’ Newcastle’s advances and are only willing to negotiate if there’s an offer of at least €60m.
Éderson sees a move to Newcastle as a step up in his career and playing in the Premier League would improve his chances of representing Brazil.
Therefore, PL Brasil state ‘conversations continue’, even though there is a ‘low chance of a positive outcome’ for Eddie Howe’s side this month.
Newcastle CEO Darren Eales has admitted his side may have to sell some of their stars, in order to abide by Premier League Profit and Sustainability rules. This could impact their chances of securing Éderson’s services in January.
