Newcastle United news: Townsend deal 'talks', new boys face the media
Townsend is set to leave Tottenham Hotspur in this month's transfer window.
And relegation-threatened Newcastle have reportedly held talks with the winger's agent.
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Hide AdThe England international fell out of favour at White Hart Lane in October, and is understood to be available for around £12million.
United signed midfielder Shelvey and winger Saivet early this week, and the pair will appear at a Press conference this lunchtime.
Head coach Steve McClaren will also talk to the media ahead of tomorrow afternoon's home game against West Ham United.
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Meanwhile, Cheick Tiote is on the brink of a move to Chinese side Shanghai Shenhua, while Florian Thauvin and Yoan Gouffran could also leave this month.
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Hide AdDefender Paul Dummett has revealed the surprising reaction of his team-mates to his dramatic late equaliser in Tuesday night's 3-3 home draw against Manchester United.
And midfielder Georginino Wijnaldum has made a vow to the club after scoring his eighth goal of the season in the match.