Newcastle midfielder Miguel Almiron has prompted more uncertainty over his future at St. James’ Park with comments made to Paraguayan radio.
Almiron’s comments follow those made by his agent, Daniel Campos, earlier in the season.
Speaking to Paraguayan radio station Futbol 970, Campos said: “Miguel Almirón was being observed by Atletico Madrid but no offer was made. When everything returns to normal, Miguel will take a leap in quality.
Miguel’s work rate at Newcastle and Paraguay has been great. If it wasn’t for the pandemic, he would’ve been elsewhere. Perhaps he would like to play on a team that has a lot of possession. Maybe in June, he’ll make that jump.”
Appearing on ABC Cardinal on Friday, Almiron himself said: “I would like to play in a team that fights more.”
However, the 27-year-old went on to state that he feels “happy” and “comfortable” in the North East.
Newcastle signed Almiron for around £20 million from MLS side Atlanta United in January 2019. It was a club record deal until the arrival of Joelinton that summer.
Almiron has made 82 appearances for the Magpies under Rafael Benitez and then Steve Bruce, scoring 13 goals – including five this season. His current deal expires in June 2024.
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