Newcastle United are in advanced talks with Benfica to sign defender Amar Dedic, 23, as a replacement for departed Kieran Trippier. Dedic, a Bosnia and Herzegovina international, previously worked with manager Matthias Jaissle at RB Salzburg and helped secure the Austrian Bundesliga title in 2023. He is valued at £30m and could debut against Liverpool on 23 August if Tino Livramento remains injured. Dedic has 31 caps and started three World Cup matches for Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Dedic’s 2023 Primeira Liga season stood out with 49 carries into the attacking third and 202 progressive carries, ranking him second among full-backs. His experience and stats align with Newcastle’s need for a right-back. Benfica’s interest in a sale remains unconfirmed, but negotiations are progressing.

The move addresses Newcastle’s defensive gap after Trippier’s free transfer to Wolves. Dedic’s adaptability and performance metrics make him a strong candidate. If signed, he could provide immediate impact, though Livramento’s recovery timeline is uncertain.