Newcastle close to Marc Guéhi deal with Crystal Palace defender keen on move
Negotiations continuing over £60m-plus transferNewcastle aware of rival interest in England centre-half
Newcastle are cautiously optimistic Marc Guéhi will start the season as a key component of Eddie Howe’s squad. Negotiations with Crystal Palace over the England defender’s proposed £60m-plus move are believed to be progressing well and, crucially, Guéhi has indicated he is extremely keen on relocating to St James’ Park.
The 24-year-old is due to rejoin Palace’s first-team squad for pre-season training on Wednesday after his exertions with England at this summer’s European Championship in Germany but could soon be rerouted to Tyneside.
