Chris Sutton has already told Newcastle why Felix Nmecha deal must be completed

Chris Sutton’s dazzling praise of Felix Nmecha in the 2026 World Cup shows exactly why Newcastle United must complete the signing of the Borussia Dortmund star this summer.

Reports have emerged this week indicating that the Magpies are looking to sign the 25-year-old midfielder as a potential replacement for Bruno Guimaraes, who is wanted by Arsenal.

Nmecha is seen as the “ideal candidate” to bolster the club’s midfield this summer as they look to recover from what has been a crazy few months at the club.

The German international had a solid 2026 World Cup and particularly impressed in the 7-1 victory over Curacao.

This saw the Borussia Dortmund star earn heavy praise from Sutton after he netted the opening goal.

Nmecha made four appearances throughout the tournament before Germany were eventually knocked out by Paraguay on penalties.

Chris Sutton: Felix Nmecha was majestic vs Curacao 

Nmecha came into the 2026 World Cup in solid form after a decent campaign with Borussia Dortmund.

The defensive midfielder made 29 appearances in the Bundesliga as the club finished second in the table.

At the World Cup, he then quickly made himself known with a brilliant strike against Curacao.

Just six minutes into Germany’s opening game, the midfielder whipped the ball into the top corner.

Watching the match on BBC Radio 5 Live, Sutton was quick to praise the finish.

He said: “We expected a fast start from Germany, that's exactly what we got.

“It's majestic from Felix Nmecha, he bends the ball around the Curacao defender.”

This shows exactly why Newcastle should look to complete the deal if L’Equipe’s report is true. The Magpies are in need of a quality player who can step up on the main stage, and Nmecha has proven that he can do this.

Who else are Newcastle looking to sign this summer?

Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Newcastle are ahead of Tottenham in the race to sign Giorgio Scalvini.

The Atalanta centre-back is wanted by a number of clubs this summer, including Chelsea.

The Magpies have contacted the 22-year-old’s representatives over a potential deal, but there have been no club-to-club talks yet.

Atalanta are reluctant to lose the young defender, but will entertain a sale provided that their £40million valuation is met in full, as Newcastle look to upgrade their squad this summer transfer window.