Yahoo Sports Newcastle's Almiron rejoins Atlanta United for £8m
Newcastle United winger Miguel Almiron has rejoined Atlanta United on a permanent deal for £8m.
The 30-year-old Paraguay international signed for the Magpies from the Major League Soccer side in 2019 for a then club record fee of £20m.
Almiron has made 223 appearances for Newcastle, scoring 30 goals, but has struggled recently to gain a place in manager Eddie Howe's starting line-up.
Last weekend he came on as a substitute in Newcastle's 3-1 win against Southampton and waved farewell to the travelling supporters.
Almiron played a significant role in Newcastle reaching the Carabao Cup final and finishing fourth in the Premier League in 2022-23.
He also scored the opening goal in the Magpies' 4-1 win against Paris St-Germain at St James' Park on the club's return to the Champions League in October 2023.
"On behalf of the club, I want to thank 'Miggy' for everything he has given us during our time together," said Howe.
"He has been the ultimate professional, and he has been a big part of some of our most memorable moments in recent seasons.
"He is a great person and we'll miss him greatly, but this is the right move at the right time for him and his family and we wish them well."
Atlanta United play in the Eastern Conference of the MLS, with the 2025 season starting on 22 February.
