Newcastle 'close' to sealing £36m transfer for striker who outscored Lionel Messi
Newcastle United are reportedly close to completing the signing of striker Hugo Ekitike from French side Stade de Reims.
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Newcastle United are reportedly close to completing the signing of striker Hugo Ekitike from French side Stade de Reims.
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