Khusanov's Agent: Newcastle Held Talks Before Man City Move

The representative for promising defender Abdukodir Khusanov has disclosed that Newcastle United held substantial discussions about signing the player. These talks occurred before Khusanov finalized his transfer to Manchester City, indicating the Magpies were a serious contender for his signature.

Gairat Khasbiullin, Khusanov's agent, stated that the negotiations with Newcastle established a "great rapport" between the parties involved. While specific details of the discussions were not elaborated upon, the confirmation suggests a genuine interest from the Premier League club.

Khusanov's move to Manchester City means Newcastle missed out on a player who was clearly on their radar. The nature of the "concrete talks" suggests a potential transfer was closer than previously understood, adding an interesting footnote to the defender's career trajectory.