Earlier it was reported by French media Newcastle had bid around £11m for Clement Grenier and now the player has admitted he is aware of United’s interest.
A permanent Loic Remy transfer looks a forlorn hope as even if ‘Arry Redknapp can be ignored (please!), it is simply a marriage of convenience/desperation.
While it remains to be seen if Newcastle strengthen the first team in January, Warner Hahn is the latest player to be linked as a longer term prospect.