Newcastle United news: Newcastle target England defender, Rangers key man wanted

Newcastle United are targeting a defender with Championship experience.

The relegated club is looking to overhaul its squad in readiness for next season's Championship campaign.

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Steven Taylor

Newcastle are hopeful that Rafa Benitez will stay on at St James's Park.

Benitez handed Jamie Sterry, 20, his United debut in the season-ending 5-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur last weekend.

Meanwhile, Newcastle winger Andros Townsend has been talking about his England call-up.

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