Jaissle Reunion On The Cards At Tyneside

Newcastle United have entered club-to-club talks with Benfica over a move for right-back Amar Dedić, according to transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano. Negotiations reportedly began today, with the 23-year-old already showing genuine enthusiasm for a switch to Tyneside.

Crucially, this pursuit carries a familiar thread. Dedić previously worked under Matthias Jaissle at RB Salzburg, and the newly appointed Newcastle boss has personally approved him as a target. That existing relationship could prove decisive, given how much smoother transitions tend to be when a manager already understands a player’s strengths intimately.

Under Jaissle’s guidance in Austria, Dedić made 52 appearances and contributed directly to ten goals from full-back, a genuinely impressive return for a defender. Notably, Jaissle often deployed him as an inverted left-back rather than restricting him purely to the right flank. That tactical flexibility suggests Newcastle envision him covering both defensive sides.

Timing adds real urgency, too. Kieran Trippier’s departure to Wolverhampton left a clear gap at right-back, while ongoing injury concerns surrounding Tino Livramento have only intensified the need for reinforcements. With the Premier League season fast approaching, Newcastle clearly want this deal resolved quickly.

Benfica Hold Leverage In Negotiations

Still, completing the move won’t be straightforward. Dedić only joined Benfica in July 2025, signing a contract running until June 2030 that includes a reported €50 million release clause. That long-term commitment gives the Lisbon club considerable leverage throughout any negotiation.

Manchester City had also monitored Dedić earlier this year, underlining just how highly regarded he’s become across Europe. Since arriving in Portugal, he’s established himself as a mainstay at Estadio da Luz, further complicating Benfica’s willingness to sell cheaply.

Dedić’s stock rose further following Bosnia and Herzegovina’s historic World Cup run, where the nation reached the round of 32 for the first time. He started three matches during the tournament, continuing to build his reputation on the international stage.

With talks now formally underway, according to ReadNewcastle, both clubs appear motivated to find common ground before deadline day arrives.

Readers following Newcastle’s summer defensive rebuild can find continued coverage on KCPredict as this transfer progresses.