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Newcastle still can secure deal for Man Utd midfielder on deadline day

Newcastle still can secure deal for Man Utd midfielder on deadline day


Jesse Lingard news

Lingard still wants move to Newcastle; but is it too late?

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe has not given up hope that a deal can be agreed to sign Jesse Lingard from Manchester United before the January transfer window closes. The Toon Army, who have £150 million to spend on new players, have been priced out of a move for Lingard.



Man Utd insisted on a £15 million payment to let Lingard leave Old Trafford this month, a figure that Newcastle have so far rejected. Lingard can join the St James' Park outfit in the summer on a free transfer when the England international's contract expires.

Newcastle believe that United have bumped up Lingard's price intentionally, to pocket a hefty fee on a deal that would likely help the Toon Army's relegation survival hopes significantly. Last season Lingard enjoyed a very successful loan spell with West Ham, and it is hoped that the player will have a similar impact this season.

With the window closing in just three days, it is understood that a breakthrough was made today after Man Utd reduced their asking price to release Lingard to just £6.75 million and a further £2 million depending on Newcastle's Premier League survival. Newcastle are considering the counter offer.