JUST IN- Noni Madueke to Newcastle? – Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca responds to transfer claims, exactly what Newcastle fans wants to see
In recent weeks, Chelsea winger Noni Madueke has frequently been linked with a possible transfer to Newcastle United—a topic that Chelsea’s head coach Enzo Maresca addressed following their recent match. After Madueke netted a goal in Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Servette in their Europa Conference League qualifier, Maresca expressed his desire to keep the young winger at Stamford Bridge. However, he acknowledged the unpredictability of the transfer window, which remains open until next Friday.
When asked directly if he wants Madueke to remain at the club amid rumors of a potential departure, Maresca responded, “Yes, absolutely. The reality is, until the window is closed, anything can happen. We have so many games. Noni is doing well, the only thing he has to improve is his consistency all week in every training session.”
Reports from two weeks ago highlighted Newcastle’s interest in securing a loan deal for Madueke, which would include an obligation to buy the 22-year-old next summer. This structure mirrors the agreement Newcastle reached last year for Lewis Hall. However, it’s uncertain whether Chelsea would entertain such an offer, particularly given that Newcastle may need to allocate the majority of their remaining budget to acquiring a central defender like Marc Guehi.
Other sources have also confirmed Newcastle’s interest in Madueke, with Mark Douglas from the i reporting that Eddie Howe is a ‘huge fan’ of the winger and is eager to finalize a deal, especially if Newcastle can find a buyer for Miguel Almiron.
Madueke’s future at Chelsea remains in flux, especially with the potential arrival of Pedro Neto from Wolves. A £60m deal for Neto could further limit Madueke’s playing time, as Maresca would have a wealth of attacking options, including Cole Palmer, Christopher Nkunku, Joao Felix, and Mykhailo Mudryk.
Ultimately, much will depend on Chelsea’s willingness to sell, the playing time Maresca can realistically offer Madueke, and the financial flexibility Newcastle has to complete a deal. As the transfer window draws to a close, both clubs will need to weigh their options carefully, making this a situation worth watching closely.
