Newcastle have targeted Manzambi after his successful performance at the World Cup

Newcastle are looking to strengthen their squad in the summer transfer window and are considering signing Freiburg midfielder Johan Manzambi. According to the media, the English club is closely monitoring the performances of the Swiss, who is clearly showing himself as part of the national team at the 2026 World Cup. It is noted that Freiburg have no intention of parting with their footballer cheaply and will demand at least 40 million pounds for him. In the 2025/26 season, Manzambi played 47 matches for the German club in all competitions, scoring seven goals and nine assists. According to Transfermarkt, the market value of the 20-year-old Swiss is currently €50 million.