Barcelona midfielder Fernandez has been linked with a move away from the Spanish club this summer.The 18-year-old central midfielder is highly rated across Europe, and multiple clubs are keeping tabs on him.Fernandez could join NewcastleAccording to Albert Fernandez from GOL, Newcastle are now close to signing the player. Fernandez could be an excellent long-term investment for them. They are looking to build a formidable team for the future, and investing in talented Young players is a step in the right direction.The opportunity to move to the Premier League could be exciting for the 18-year-old. He will be looking to establish himself as a first-team player this season. It remains to be seen whether Newcastle can get the deal across the line.If they nurture him properly, he could develop into a key player for the club in the long term. It remains to be seen whether they can agree on a deal with Barcelona quickly. The Spanish outfit might not want to lose a talented young player like Fernandez easily, but they can’t provide him with the exposure he needs right now.Sitting on the bench at a big club will not benefit the youngster. The central midfielder needs opportunities in order to continue his development. He should look to seek assurances from Newcastle before joining the club as well.More Stories / Latest NewsNewcastle close to signing highly rated Barcelona midfielderAug 22 2026, 12:00Negotiations underway: Crystal Palace step up interest in 22-year-old West Ham starAug 22 2026, 11:35Leeds United star spotted in Italy amid transfer speculationAug 22 2026, 11:00Fernandez could be a long-term assetNewcastle have done well to groom young players in the past. If they can help the 18-year-old fulfil his potential, he could end up saving the millions in the transfer market. Newcastle had a disappointing season last year, and they have sold multiple players this summer. It remains to be seen whether they can improve the team further and finish the window strongly.The post Newcastle close to signing highly rated Barcelona midfielder appeared first on CaughtOffside.