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title: "Newcastle receive transfer boost in Grimaldo chase"
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author: "Samuel Slaney"
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published: "2022-11-03T06:21:39Z"
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# Newcastle receive transfer boost in Grimaldo chase

Newcastle United have received a big boost in their reported pursuit of Benfica full-back Alex Grimaldo.

That is according to a report from journalist [Rudy Galetti](https://www.tribalfootball.com/articles/the-insider-rudy-galetti-jude-prefers-liverpool-over-florentino-man-utd-at-felix-s-door-howe-has-grimaldo-edge-on-juve-4434861), as per [The Insider.](https://www.tribalfootball.com/articles/the-insider-rudy-galetti-jude-prefers-liverpool-over-florentino-man-utd-at-felix-s-door-howe-has-grimaldo-edge-on-juve-4434861)

Galetti made it clear that the Magpies would face stiff competition from Grimaldo’s signature, but is now convinced that the club have a good chance of luring the star to Tyneside, with Eddie Howe’s connections massively helping.

As per The Insider, Galetti [said](https://www.tribalfootball.com/articles/the-insider-rudy-galetti-jude-prefers-liverpool-over-florentino-man-utd-at-felix-s-door-howe-has-grimaldo-edge-on-juve-4434861): *“However, the Italian club is not the only one interested in Grimaldo: we had said that Inter, Napoli, Manchester City and Arsenal were following the player as well, but now – in the race for the Spaniard – also Newcastle have entered with a great determination.*

*“The Magpies coach really appreciates the Spaniard and the fact that Eddie Howe and Grimaldo have the same agent could be a plus for Newcastle.*

*“The player, as already reported, has communicated to his current club that he wants to leave Portugal to start a new experience elsewhere and certainly the charm of the Premier League could satisfy him.*

## **A major boost**

With Howe’s agent links, Newcastle have been handed a major boost in their pursuit of the star, with the Magpies boss said to be a big admirer according to Galetti.

Grimaldo is a big name in defence and will cost the side a decent wad of money, coming in at [£50million](https://www.chroniclelive.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/newcastle-united-transfer-rumours-interest-25409297) according to ChronicleLive.

The 27-year-old has made a name for himself since[departing Barcelona in late 2016](https://www.espn.co.uk/football/soccer-transfers/story/2774630/alejandro-grimaldo-signs-for-benfica-from-barcelona) and has been with Benfica ever since.

Last season he demonstrated his attacking prowess by notching [five goals](https://www.fotmob.com/players/288406/alex-grimaldo) and[five assists](https://www.fotmob.com/players/288406/alex-grimaldo) in 29 Primeira Liga appearances.

Along with his Champions League experience, the number-3-wearing star would surely shine at St James’ Park and elevate the side in their medium-term ambition to be top 4 regulars.

The journalist believes that *“in the coming weeks, we will know who will win this race*” which is an admission that gives Newcastle fans something to look forward to after the World Cup.

Here’s hoping that the Spaniard is attracted to the Tyneside project.