‘I’ve made a few calls…’ – Ex-PL CEO reveals Newcastle in pole position to sign Arsenal star
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That is according to former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, who has heard that the Magpies are in the “favourite position” in the race for the winger’s signature.Nwaneri is extremely highly regarded at the Emirates Stadium, but saw his season stagnate after making a loan switch to Marseille in the January window. Nwaneri is now in Newcastle’s sights heading into the summer window, and Wyness feels that it is inevitable that his next loan spell comes in the Premier League. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom.
VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Newcastle at centre of ‘firmest discussions’ for Ethan NwaneriEverton’s former chief Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes that the “firmest discussions” surrounding Nwaneri’s future currently involve Newcastle. Speaking on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, he made it clear that a move to St James’ Park could be an ideal fit for the wideman next term.
“My sources and I have made a few calls, and Nwaneri to Newcastle seems to be the favourite position right now, that’s where the talk is,” Wyness said.“Of course, these things can change pretty quickly, but I’m told that’s where the biggest, firmest discussions are right now. “I think that if there’s going to be a strengthening of Arteta’s squad, it’s going to be at a higher quality and a higher level than Nwaneri, but he’s a good player.Ethan Nwaneri will join our #ThreeLions' preparation camp in Florida ahead of the @FIFAWorldCup.— England (@England) May 23, 2026 “He can do a job better at Newcastle, where he’ll get more minutes.