Newcastle United are reported to be in negotiations to sign Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, with the club making several stepped-up offers. Multiple reports say Newcastle has submitted bids of about €45 million and is preparing or making a final push around €60 million, with both figures described as including bonuses.
The reports frame the move as part of Newcastle’s wider efforts to add attacking players after restructuring their squad. One outlet says Newcastle’s negotiations have reached the stage of “verbal” discussions with Lille, after an initial proposal in the region of €40 million. Another piece describes the latest stage of the club’s pursuit, tied to a “decisive” bid.
While the exact numbers vary by report—€45 million versus €60 million—the overall picture is consistent: Newcastle is making an increased offer for a key Ligue 1 target, and Lille’s response to the latest valuation is expected to determine whether a deal progresses.
