“He is Spanish and he would like to go back to Spain if there were teams like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid or Valencia interested," a source close to the player told ChronicleLive. "But he did not say he wants to leave - he just wants to improve.
It does not mean Ayoze is not happy in Newcastle but nowadays it is a club whose only aspiration is to survive. He has been in an incredible place for many years where people live and breathe football in a special way but it is always the same goal and that tires any player with ambition who wants to improve - and not only earn money.
"Ayoze is very grateful to Newcastle but he needs to live other experiences, too. If Newcastle took the step to change and fight, fulfilling its potential, Ayoze would be happy to continue because it's a fantastic place to play.
"Although he has a contract until 2021, it's a matter of fighting for bigger things - not just staying in the Premier League."