Newcastle United’s midfield rebuild could take them back to a familiar Premier League face, with Marseille midfielder Pierre-Emile Højbjerg emerging as a possible solution following a chaotic summer at St James’ Park.The Magpies have suddenly found themselves needing experience and leadership in the middle of the pitch after losing two of their most important midfielders.Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustSandro Tonali has already departed for Tottenham, while Bruno Guimarães completed a £75 million switch to Arsenal.Newcastle have now generated more than £240 million from player sales this summer, but replacing so much established quality before the new season begins is becoming increasingly important.Newcastle United interested in midfielder HøjbjergAccording to Foot Mercato, Newcastle have placed Højbjerg on their shortlist as they search for greater consistency, experience and authority in midfield.Sporting director Ross Wilson is reportedly directly involved in the pursuit.Marseille’s financial situation could make a deal realistic. The French club are attempting to reduce their wage bill and improve their finances, meaning several established players could be allowed to leave for suitable offers.Højbjerg would also require very little adaptation. His previous spells with Southampton and Tottenham mean he understands Premier League football, while his tactical discipline and leadership could be particularly useful in a Newcastle side that has lost influential characters.More Stories / Latest NewsNewcastle United eye Premier League proven option as Bruno Guimarães replacementAug 9 2026, 9:09Sources: Man United face Real Madrid & Chelsea threat in €100m midfielder raceAug 9 2026, 6:56Arsenal receive major encouragement in shock pursuit of Premier League rival defenderAug 9 2026, 6:46Could Højbjerg work for the Magpies?Newcastle’s transfer window has become more of a rebuild than anyone probably expected.Guimarães, Tonali and Anthony Gordon have all departed, with the club receiving more than £240 million in total sales.That makes Højbjerg an interesting target. At 31, he would not be a long-term replacement for Guimarães, but Newcastle arguably need reliability more than potential right now.He could provide an immediate defensive platform while allowing younger midfielders greater freedom.There is also a danger in waiting. Foot Mercato describes Højbjerg as a player with a strong market elsewhere in Europe, so rival interest could quickly complicate negotiations.Newcastle therefore have a decision to make: chase a younger, more expensive midfielder or secure an experienced Premier League operator who could steady a squad undergoing major change.Sources: Newcastle United have Manchester City star “high” on list of transfer targetsThe post Newcastle United eye Premier League proven option as Bruno Guimarães replacement appeared first on CaughtOffside.