Newcastle United add Brazilian midfielder to radar – €40m clause is protection

Newcastle United have emerged as one of the European clubs monitoring Grêmio midfielder Danilo, according to reports in Brazil from Portal do Gremista.

The Premier League side are tracking the 17-year-old closely, alongside AS Monaco. Brazilian sources expect more concrete approaches in the coming months.

From Newcastle’s perspective, scouts added Danilo to internal reports after his strong performances for Grêmio’s Under-17 side.

The midfielder impressed with his technical development and physical growth. Brazilian outlets describe both as above average for his age group. As a result, European scouts have followed him more closely over the past year.

Grêmio remain calm about the situation and show no urgency to negotiate. The club has taken a firm stance and see Danilo as a strategic asset. He is under contract until December 2028, which gives Grêmio strong leverage. His release clause stands at €40m – a figure designed to protect the club and discourage early moves.

Brazilian reports also stress that Newcastle United’s interest is not new. Intermediaries linked to the European market flagged the midfielder last season. However, interest has now intensified and moved closer to a concrete stage. Even so, Grêmio plan to prioritise Danilo’s development before opening talks.

For now, Newcastle United continue to monitor the situation. Any next step will depend on timing, competition, and Grêmio’s resolve, with the player’s future still to be defined.