Chronicle: Newcastle intends to sell Longstaff for money, but coach Eddie Hau doesn t want him to leave the team

June 10th News Recently, the Chronicle talked about the future of Newcastle midfielder Longstaff. They said that the club intends to sell him for funds, but coach Eddie Howe hopes he can stay.

Newcastle midfielder Longstaff is currently on holiday, but he still plans to meet with the team for pre-season training in early July. However, a joint decision between the club's academy player and the club will determine his next step, with Longstaff already playing 176 times for Newcastle in the Premier League.

The outgoing sports director Paul Mitchell once tended to sell the youth training product to obtain "pure profit". But coach Eddie Howe hinted at Lonstaff staying and fighting for his position. He also stressed that Longstaff still has a one-year contract to work hard for his long-term future.

Longstaff, 27, has every reason to ask for more protection than to go through another probation period. Especially this summer, there are some clubs who are interested in him. Leeds United and Everton both have interest in Longstaff. According to the Chronicle, these transfer trends have been temporarily put on hold until the summer transfer window is hotter. By then, all parties will have to make decisions, but Longstaff does have many choices.

This is a dilemma for Newcastle. Longstaff can also choose to bow his head and continue to stay with the team, then transfer freely in the summer of 2026, and choose his favorite club at home and abroad. If this really happens, this player who has proven his strength in the top league will not be short of suitors.