Pierre-Emile Højbjerg has reportedly rejected a move to Newcastle United at the final stage of negotiations, leaving Marseille frustrated after the clubs had reached an agreement over a transfer.
According to La Provence, Newcastle and Marseille had agreed a deal worth €15 million for the experienced midfielder, with the Ligue 1 club expecting the transfer to be completed.
However, Højbjerg ultimately decided against the move, bringing negotiations to an abrupt halt.
Højbjerg changes his mind
The report claims the Denmark international initially welcomed the prospect of joining Newcastle before making a late U-turn.
After Marseille and Newcastle agreed the transfer fee, Højbjerg reportedly rejected the contract offered by the Magpies, ending the deal before it could be finalised.
The unexpected decision is said to have caught everyone involved by surprise.
Marseille left frustrated
Marseille had viewed Højbjerg's departure as an important step in improving the club's financial position.
The midfielder is among the club's highest earners, and his exit would have significantly reduced their wage bill while allowing Marseille to recover the €13.5 million they paid Tottenham Hotspur to sign him.
Instead, the failed move has left the French club back at square one as they continue searching for ways to balance their finances.
Whether Marseille can convince Højbjerg to reconsider Newcastle's proposal remains unclear, but for now, the midfielder is expected to stay in France.
Key points
- Pierre-Emile Højbjerg has reportedly rejected a move to Newcastle United.
- Newcastle and Marseille had agreed a €15 million transfer fee.
- The midfielder is said to have turned down Newcastle's contract offer.
- Marseille were relying on the sale to ease financial pressures.
- The Ligue 1 club must now explore alternative solutions.
What's next?
Marseille could attempt to reopen discussions with Højbjerg if Newcastle remain interested, but the failed transfer means the French club may also begin exploring alternative buyers before the transfer window closes.
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