Lille's 21-year-old forward scored eight goals and assisted another six for the French club last season. He also made three appearances for Belgium at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fernandez-Pardo's versatility has caught the attention of several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool and Newcastle United. Liverpool have made a fresh offer for Crystal Palace winger Ismaïla Sarr, who is pushing for a move to Anfield. Sunderland believe they can cover a significant portion of Jack Grealish's reported £300,000-a-week wages, and are confident of beating Everton to a loan deal for the Manchester City winger. AC Milan have reached an agreement with Nottingham Forest to sign Omari Hutchinson on an initial loan deal with an option to make the move permanent. Barcelona are in "very advanced" negotiations with Arsenal over a deal to sign Gabriel Jesus.
Liverpool and Newcastle eye Lille's Matias Fernandez-Pardo
Liverpool and Newcastle United are reportedly eyeing Lille's versatile forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo, who can play anywhere across the front line. Lille value Fernandez-Pardo around the €75 million mark.
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