🚨 SHOCK MOVE: Nuno Mendes Signs £72M Deal with Newcastle United in Premier League Stunner!
🚨 SHOCK MOVE: Nuno Mendes Signs £72M Deal with Newcastle United in Premier League Stunner!
“Project Magpies” lands Portugal’s star left-back as Eddie Howe builds a Champions League-chasing squad.
In one of the most surprising deals of the summer, Newcastle United have officially announced the signing of Nuno Mendes from Paris Saint-Germain in a blockbuster £72 million transfer. The Portuguese international becomes the Magpies’ most expensive defender in club history and is set to be unveiled at St. James’ Park this weekend.
At just 22 years old, Mendes has already established himself as one of Europe’s elite left-backs, having starred for both PSG and the Portuguese national team. Known for his blistering pace, defensive intelligence, and attacking flair, the young full-back is expected to bring immediate impact to Eddie Howe’s side.
The move marks a massive statement of intent by Newcastle United, who continue to flex their financial power and ambition under their current ownership. After securing Champions League football last season, the club is building aggressively to compete with the Premier League’s elite — and Mendes’ arrival signals their desire to stay there.
Speaking to NUFC TV, Mendes expressed excitement about the challenge ahead.
> “This is a club with huge ambition and a fanbase that lives for football. I’m here to grow, to fight, and to win. The Premier League has always been a dream of mine, and Newcastle feels like the perfect place to take that step.”
Manager Eddie Howe praised the signing as “transformational” for the team’s balance and future:
> “Nuno is world-class already, and he’s only getting better. His versatility, maturity, and winning mentality are exactly what we’re looking for. He’ll fit into our system perfectly.”
The deal reportedly includes performance-related bonuses and a long-term contract running until 2030. Mendes is expected to take the No. 5 shirt and could debut in the Magpies’ pre-season tour of the United States next month.
Fans have taken to social media in celebration, with #MendesIsMagpie trending within hours of the official announcement. Analysts across Europe have called it a “game-changing” move, potentially giving Newcastle the edge they need in both domestic and continental competition.
As the Premier League prepares for a new season, one thing is clear — Newcastle United are not just part of the conversation anymore. They’re writing a whole new chapter, and Nuno Mendes is the headline.
