Gossip: Magpies given boost in Guehi pursuit
Thomas Tuchel's appointment as England manager has boosted Newcastle's hopes of signing England and Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi, 24, with Eddie Howe now more likely to remain at St James' Park. (Givemesport)
Real Madrid are considering a January move for 18-year-old England youth international Josh Acheampong, with Newcastle, Liverpool and Tottenham also interested in the Chelsea right-back. (Independent)
Finally, Magpies midfielder Isaac Hayden, 29, has agreed to represent Jamaica at international level, having previously played for England at every age group up from under-16s to under-21s. (Teamtalk)
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