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Newcastle United aim to secure key players on new contracts after the Alexander Isak saga caused turmoil in the summer.
Part of the Sweden international’s discontent reportedly stemmed from what he perceived as broken promises after being assured he would receive a new contract offer — a pledge that was seemingly dropped when Paul Mitchell arrived as sporting director and refused to open negotiations with the striker.
The fallout from that episode caused significant disruption across the club, and Newcastle will be determined to avoid a repeat, especially with several key players now due for improved terms.
Among those expected to be rewarded is Sven Botman, who joined the Magpies from Lille in 2022 for £35 million.
Newcastle want to tie Botman to a new deal
Botman’s time at Newcastle has been affected by injuries, slightly slowing his development. Yet, whenever he’s fit, he consistently proves himself to be a high-calibre centre-back.
His performances have naturally attracted interest from major clubs such as Liverpool and Chelsea.
However, journalist Graeme Bailey has told Geordie Boot Boys that Newcastle remain “quietly confident” about securing Botman’s future.
“Botman is next in line for a new contract.
Talks are due between the club and his representatives.
Newcastle are quietly confident about him signing a new deal. I suspect that will be Ross Wilson’s first major renewal as sporting director.
They’re rewarding him for his excellent form and aren’t worried about external interest. They see his long-term future on Tyneside and are committed to finalising the agreement.”
A simple yet significant win for Ross Wilson
Botman is viewed as a vital component of Eddie Howe’s side and one of the key pillars around whom the team can be built.
His partnership with Malick Thiaw has been a major highlight this season, and securing his future would underline the club’s faith in him while discouraging potential suitors.
There’s also hope that Botman feels a degree of loyalty toward Newcastle after the club supported him through his injury setbacks.
If all goes smoothly, this renewal could prove to be a straightforward and morale-boosting success for Ross Wilson and the Magpies hierarchy.
