Newcastle are monitoring the situation of Yasin Ayari, a midfielder for Brighton, ahead of a potential move during the upcoming January transfer window.
Yasin Ayari, aged 22, has become an important player in Brighton's lineup under Fabian Horzler, especially as he has started four of the team's first five matches in the Premier League.
Newcastle have shown interest in Yasin Ayari during the summer transfer window, before turning to other targets. However, their interest has not ended, and they may return to pursue him if negotiations to extend Ayari's contract with Brighton do not progress.
Football Insider has reported that Brighton intends to activate the option to extend the player's contract for an additional year, which will keep him at the club until 2028 and give the team a stronger position in any potential negotiations regarding his departure.
Yasin Ayari is attracting Newcastle's interest due to his ability to press, cover, and play in multiple midfield positions, which aligns with the club's direction towards signing younger, developing players. His chances of a transfer in January will largely depend on the developments in his contract negotiations with Brighton.
