Almiron, signed by Rafa Benitez in January 2019, has been tipped for a summer exit at the Premier League club, which this week recruited left-back Matt Targett. However, the midfielder – who scored both Paraguay’s goals in their 2-2 draw against South Korea in Suwon today – is at the “best club in the world”, according to Daniel Campos, his representative.
“He’s at the best club in the world,” Campos is quoted as saying in Paraguay. “He’s happy with prominence. I don’t see any possibility of change now. They’re going to change everything, structure, youth, women’s soccer – everything’s going to change.”
Eddie Howe spoke about Almiron’s role in February. United’s head coach said: “He has a massive role to play. I’m a big fan of Miggy. He has outstanding athletic and pressing qualities, which, of course, we base our game around, really.”
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5. Leeds ‘most interested’ in Castellanos
Leeds United are now the most interested club when it comes to signing New York City’s MLS golden boot winner Valentin Castellanos, who is expected to move on this summer. (90min) | Getty Images
6. Hammers turn down Bissouma deal
West Ham are understood to have turned down the chance to make a £25m bid for Brighton midfielder Yves Bissouma. (Claret and Hugh) | Getty Images
7. Toon plot double deal
Everton star Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Southampton midfielder James Ward-Prose are both understood to be on Newcastle United’s wish list, but any potential deal could cost the Toon Army big money. (Miguel Delaney) | Getty Images
8. Spurs eye Paqueta
Tottenham have been tracking Lyon’s Brazil international Lucas Paqueta, who is also being heavily linked with Newcastle United. (Football.London) | Getty Images