Lazaar was released from his contract six months early – ending his disastrous spell on Tyneside by joining Watford until the end of the season.
The Moroccan left having made just 10 appearances in four-and-half years, yet Henri Saivet somehow beats that record.
Saivet, 30, joined the Magpies in January 2016, which has arguably turned out to be one of the most bizarre transfers in the club’s history.
He’s appeared just eight times for the first-team in that time, his last coming in January 2018 during an FA Cup tie at Chelsea.
The Senegalese midfielder is only a few months away from ending his Newcastle nightmare with his contract set to expire this summer, but according to Ghana Web, he might not have to wait that long.
United are seeking to release Saivet before his current expiry date after Christian Atsu was selected ahead of him in Steve Bruce’s 25-man squad.
If Saivet is to leave in the coming weeks, he’ll still have to wait until the summer to join a new club as he’d be released outside the transfer window.
Looking ahead to the summer, Steve Bruce is willing to reignite his interest in Ozan Kabak, if Liverpool opt against signing the Turkish international.
There were strong suggestions Kabak was on his way to Newcastle on loan in January before Jurgen Klopp’s men swept in.
The Reds negotiated a loan until the end of the season with a view to buy option of £18million.
Should Liverpool decide not to keep him permanently, Bruce is prepared to offer him a chance of remaining in England, as per the Daily Mirror.
On the evidence of his debut at Leicester City on Saturday, the 20-year-old still has some convincing to do as he and goalkeeper Alisson gifted the home side a second-half goal.
Meanwhile, the Magpies have reportedly been offered the chance to sign a free agent striker.
Here’s a round-up of the latest gossip, including more on Newcastle, doing the rounds across the Premier League:
1. Burnley eye American goalkeeper
Burnley will make a shock move for Benfica goalkeeper Carlos Joaquim dos Santos this summer as cover for Nick Pope. The 20-year-old American wants to move to the Premier League. (The Sun) Photo: Michael Reaves
2. Ziyech considering Chelsea future
Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech is considering his future at Stamford Bridge following a difficult start to his Premier League career. The 27-year-old has scored just once in 11 league appearances since his £33.4million summer switch from Ajax. (Corriere dello Sport) Photo: Catherine Ivill
3. Arsenal close in on Tomas
Arsenal are close to finalising a summer deal for Sporting Lisbon striker Tiago Tomas. Due to the current economic climate and Sporting’s spending in recent years, it is believed the Portuguese club may accept a deal as low as £20million. (The Sun) Photo: PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA
4. Liverpool made Bremer top target
Liverpool have made Torino defender Gleison Bremer their top summer target. Torino are aware of the emerging interest in the Brazilian, so are anticipating several offers for the 23-year-old this summer. (Daily Mirror) Photo: Valerio Pennicino