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Saudi Arabian side Al-Shabab continue chasing Newcastle star Miguel Almiron despite £17m deal being deemed 'unlikely'... as Eddie Howe needs funds for a new midfielder despite not wanting to sell

Saudi Arabian side Al-Shabab are persisting in their chase of Newcastle United's Miguel Almiron.

The club initially approached the Magpies with a £17million proposal but getting a deal done was deemed 'unlikely'.

Newcastle and Al-Shabab had held talks but it is understood that the Saudi side's interest has not wilted despite initial knock-backs.

Eddie Howe does not wish to sell Almiron but needs funds for a new midfielder.

Almiron would prefer to stay at Newcastle because hs is settled on Tyneside with hsi young family.

Al-Shabab's interest in Miguel Almiron has not waned despite initial talks being unsuccessful

Al-Shabab's interest in Miguel Almiron has not waned despite initial talks being unsuccessful

Eddie Howe does not want to sell the midfielder, who is happy and settled with his family

Eddie Howe does not want to sell the midfielder, who is happy and settled with his family

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