Newcastle move to sign 67.5% stat Fabian Schar replacement as deal explored

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Tiago GabrielStats – Serie A 2025-26Appearances34Goals2Tackles59Interceptions43Clearances225Was fouled38Duels won214Duels won %67.5%He joined Lecce for a fee just over £1million from Portuguese side Estrela Amadora in January of 2025, and will be expected to attract a far bigger figure if he leaves this summer.Before that, Gabriel had been with Setubal’s academy, which he had joined from Sporting after he was released in 2020.The 21-year-old’s progress since has seen him become a regular for Portugal’s Under-21s, with senior international appearances not too far away.A move to the Premier League could be the perfect way to raise his profile even more, but Gabriel will have to consider his options carefully.According to O Jogo, Newcastle are monitoring the defender’s situation carefully amid mounting interest. No such announcement has been made in Schar’s case, suggesting that there still may be a possibility that he signs an extension.Thank you, Tripps 🖤🤍After four and a half years of incredible service to Newcastle United, we can confirm that Kieran Trippier will leave the club this summer when his contract expires.Kieran arrived in January 2022 with the club in the relegation zone and played a crucial… pic.twitter.com/Qp36O3BZKd— Newcastle United (@NUFC) April 4, 2026 View Tweet “Certainly no decision has been made on Fabian in terms of his future,” Howe confirmed last week when he was asked about the situation.

“If he’s allowed to leave he’ll be a big miss for us. He’s versatile as well, he’s comfortable in a back three or a back four.

“He’s a calming influence, very experienced. I’m very appreciative of what he’s brought to the team.