Newcastle and Everton Track Maitland-Niles

5 Jul 2026

Newcastle and Everton are reportedly among the clubs tracking Ainsley Maitland-Niles as they look for defensive reinforcements. The former Arsenal player has rebuilt momentum at Lyon and offers the versatility to cover right-back, wing-back and midfield roles. That flexibility explains the interest, especially for squads trying to add reliable options without committing to several separate signings. Lyon would prefer to keep him, but a strong offer could test their stance during the summer window.