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Newcastle United set to miss out on Yasin Ayari

Newcastle United could miss out on Yasin Ayari, as Brighton are accelerating contract talks and remain determined to keep the Swedish international…

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Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 2:12 AM

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Newcastle United are set to miss out on Yasin Ayari as Brighton accelerate contract renewal talks.
Ayari is heading toward free agency next summer, though Brighton hold a 12-month extension option.
Newcastle manager Matthias Jaissle viewed the Swedish international as a leading target for a midfield rebuild.

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Newcastle United are expected to miss out on Swedish midfielder Yasin Ayari as Brighton & Hove Albion accelerate contract renewal talks. The Magpies had targeted the 23-year-old for manager Matthias Jaissle's midfield rebuild, but Brighton are determined to keep him and are pushing to secure a new deal.

Ayari is approaching free agency next summer, although Brighton reportedly hold a 12-month extension option. The Seagulls are prepared to offer terms that reflect his key role to fend off interest from Newcastle, Chelsea, and other suitors.

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