Newcastle preparing for Tino Livramento exit as Eddie Howe identifies ‘prime target’
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Credit: Manh Tung - Breaking Media Tue 2 June 2026 18:45, UK Newcastle United defender Tino Livramento surely looks to be nearing an exit from the club as they have identified his replacement.Newcastle have reportedly identified Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra as their “prime summer target,” although the Magpies will face competition from Manchester City and Arsenal.Livramento only has two years left on his current deal at the club, and Newcastle’s failure to qualify for any form of European football this season will not help keep the 23-year-old on Tyneside.Alongside Palestra, Man City and Arsenal have also shown interest in Livramento, and the chance to play in the Champions League and compete for trophies is sure to be an opportunity he won’t turn down.Newcastle’s pursuit of Palestra, could depend on whether Livramento does leave, as the Italian may be unwilling to move to St James’ Park to sit on the bench. 🔄 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 Eddie Howe looking to the future in Marco Palestra pursuitThe departure of Kieran Trippier always meant that manager Eddie Howe would be in the market for a right-back this summer, regardless of Livramento’s future.The signing of Palestra, whose interest is reported by the Daily Mail, would indicate that he would replace Livramento, as the 21-year-old started 34 games in Serie A last season.Appearances37Duels Won59.6%Aerial Duels Won40.5%Tackles55Recoveries116Marco Palestra’s 2025-26 Serie A stats.Howe now looks to be coming to terms with the fact that Livramento will not be signing a new contract with the club, and with only two years left on his deal, cashing in on him now could prove fruitful.Livramento has proven to be one of the best and most promising full-backs in the Premier League, with his inclusion in England’s World Cup squad proving that.Newcastle warned as squad rebuild beginsHowe knows that he will be undertaking a rebuild of the Newcastle squad this summer, which will only be underlined further if Livramento departs.Anthony Gordon has already left the club to join Barcelona, whilst the futures of many other stars at St James’ Park remain uncertain.Former Manchester City financial advisor Stefan Borson told Football Insider that Newcastle must invest wisely this summer, or they could miss out on Champions League qualification again next season.Palestra could be a smart addition, which would not expected to break the bank, but Howe may also need to sign a new goalkeeper, midfielder and striker this summer.
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