Newcastle winger Miguel Almiron has sealed a sensational return to MLS side Atlanta United after a six-year spell in the Premier League.
Almiron arrived at St James’ Park in a £21million switch from Atlanta in January 2019, has headed back across the Atlantic in an £11million deal.
He has signed a contract that will run until 2027, with the option of a further year.
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe said: ‘On behalf of the club, I want to thank Miggy for everything he has given us during our time together.
‘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.’
Miguel Almiron of Newcastle United during a Newcastle United Training Session (Photo by Harriet Massey/Newcastle United via Getty Images)
Almiron was the Magpies’ record signing when he was signed in 2019 – taking over from Michael Owen. Though it took him 27 appearances to score his first goal for the club, he went on to make 223 appearances and scored 30 goals.
His standout season at Newcastle came in 2022-23, when he scored 11 goals to help the club qualify for the Champions League for the first time in 20 years.
‘I’m very happy to return to Atlanta United, a club and a city that has always held a special place in my heart,’ Almiron said.
‘I’m grateful to Arthur M. Blank and the entire organisation for the opportunity and I’m looking forward to reuniting with the fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and creating more moments of joy together.’
