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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Louise Taylor

Miguel Almirón poised for return to Atlanta as Fenerbahce chase Kelly

Newcastle’s Miguel Almirón (right) vies with Bromley's Idris Odutayo during the FA Cup third round game at St James’ Park
Miguel Almirón (right) has made 222 appearances for Newcastle since he joined in 2019. Photograph: Andy Buchanan/AFP/Getty Images

Miguel Almirón is close to a return to Atlanta and MLS after Newcastle agreed a fee of about £8m-£10m. The Paraguay winger, also pursued by FC Charlotte in recent days, is believed to be keen on moving back to the United States after six largely successful years at St James’ Park and is in advanced talks with his former club.

Although the 30-year-old has slipped out of favour this season, starting only one Premier League gamee, he proved a mainstay of the team that secured Champions League qualification during the 2022-23 campaign.

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