Newcastle United news: Tottenham muscle in on deal, secret derby update

The club has made no progress in talks with West Bromwich Albion about a club-record move for the striker.

And Tottenham are ready to make a final attempt to sign Berahino, having tried and failed to land the 22-year-old last summer.

Newcastle are looking at other striking options as winger Andros Townsend undergoes a medical ahead of move to St James's Park.

Townsend travelled to Tyneside last night with his representatives after Tottenham accepted a £12million bid from United.

We also have more news about this week's behind-closed-doors derby against Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

The practice game will be staged at the Stadium of Light.