Newcastle United close in on Championship ace, midfielder to leave St James' Park, and more

Newcastle United are preparing a move for Hull City star Jarrod Bowen, according to reports.

Bowen is considered one of the best players in the Championship, and scored twice in Hull City’s draw at Middlesbrough on Sunday.

According to the Daily Star, Newcastle boss Steve Bruce is keen on the forward, and would even be willing to wait until the summer to land him.

Another development at St James’ Park involves midfielder Ki Sung-yueng – Football Insider claim that the club will look to offload the midfielder in January.

The rest of today’s headlines:

Manchester City winger Raheem Sterling is waiting for Pep Guardiola to confirm his long-term plans before signing a new deal at the club. (The Sun)

Crystal Palace are on the verge of a big-money takeover. (Various)

Aston Villa and Crystal Palace are fighting to sign Liverpool youngster Rhian Brewster on a loan deal. (The Sun)

Arsenal have begun the process of identifying Unai Emery’s successor. (Mail Online)

Jadon Sancho has been linked with Liverpool and Manchester United again after reports he feels ‘humiliated’ by Borussia Dortmund. (Mirror)