Adrien Rabiot does not want to join Newcastle United as he desperately waits to clarify his future, as he reportedly wants to play European football.
According to a report by Football Insider, Adrien Rabiot is the subject of interest from Newcastle United. The Magpies view the French midfielder as an out-of-window reinforcement for the midfield department. However, the FIFA World Cup 2022 finalist does not want to join the Tyneside outfit as he wants to play European football.
Adrien Rabiot and his long wait for his next club
Adrien Rabiot has been a free agent for over two months, with his last game coming at UEFA Euro 2024. The Frenchman has represented two high-profile clubs in his professional career thus far, enjoying successful stints with Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus while being a regular for both clubs.
However, despite his stature in the game, the 29-year-old remains a free agent several weeks after his contract with Juventus expired. That does not mean Rabiot has not had several suitors pursuing his signature for a long time, with widespread reports linking him with many Premier League clubs.
In addition, big-spending Saudi Pro League giants and Turkish clubs have tried to lure him in the last few weeks. However, a move has not seen the light of day yet, with Rabiot still waiting for his next move a month into the 2024/25 season. The impasse has also cost the French midfielder a spot in his national team, with Didier Deschamps not including him in France’s squad in the latest international break.
Newcastle United want Rabiot
Adrien Rabiot has been a target for Newcastle United for a long time. While the Magpies have seen Joelinton recover, they can do with a midfield reinforcement, considering the Frenchman will be an upgrade on Sean Longstaff. However, the former Juventus midfielder’s wage demands are an obstacle for Newcastle United.
The latest update has revealed that Rabiot does not want to join Newcastle United as he wants to play European football. The report has dealt a blow to the Tyneside club’s prospects of securing the services of the FIFA World Cup 2022 finalist.
However, with other clubs not too far in negotiations with Rabiot, the 29-year-old French midfielder is in limbo. It will be interesting to see where he lands in the coming days, with Newcastle United not an option for him.
