Newcastle Plans New Contract to Deter Manchester City Interest in Livramento

Newcastle United is preparing to offer Tino Livramento, a 22-year-old English full-back, a new six-year contract to make him one of the club's top earners in order to fend off intense interest from Manchester City, who are reportedly willing to pay £65 million for him. Livramento, who joined Newcastle from Southampton for an initial £32 million plus add-ons, has established himself as a versatile and key player, excelling at right-back and left-back and playing a significant role in Newcastle's recent successes, including their Carabao Cup win and England Under-21 European Championship triumph. Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, having lost Kyle Walker to Burnley, are actively seeking a new right-back, viewing Livramento as an ideal successor, but Newcastle is determined to retain him amid speculation and after a difficult summer involving other key players like Alexander Isak. Livramento's current contract runs until 2028, but both he and the club appear keen on improved terms that reflect his rising reputation and importance to the team. Despite City's continued interest and substantial spending this year, Newcastle's firm stance and Livramento's desire to improve his deal suggest he is likely to remain at St. James' Park. The club aims to send a clear message that Livramento is not for sale, strengthening their squad stability ahead of the new season.