Newcastle United transfer news: Seven-man summer clearout and owners refuse to pay over odds

Your Newcastle United transfer round-up for Sunday, March 6.

Miguel Almiron will head a seven-player exodus at St James’ Park this summer, according to The Daily Mail.

While the prospect of signing star players excites supporters, the reality is that several already on the book need moved on to create wriggle room on the wage bill.

Former record signing Almiron - who arrived three years ago for £24million - has struggled for game time under Eddie Howe, with the resurgence of Ryan Fraser and Joelinton further stifling his opportunities.

Other players made surplus to requirements are Dwight Gayle, Jamal Lewis, Ciaran Clark, Isaac Hayden, Karl Darlow and Emil Krafth.

French outlet L’Equipe claim Bayer Leverkusen want £100million for Toon target Moussa Diaby.

The hefty demands have scared the Magpies off who, just like in January, will not allow themselves to be pressurised in the transfer market.

Diaby has come of age in the Bundesliga this season - bagging 12 goals in 22 games - putting the likes of Newcastle, Man Utd and Liverpool on high alert.

The winger is contracted until 2025, allowing the German club to demand a sizable fee, but clubs are unlikely to commit to a three-figure sum.

Hellas Verona hitman Giovanni Simeone has ruled out a move to the Premier League this summer.

The Argentine striker, son of Atletico Madrid manager Diego, has attracted top-flight interest - including from Newcastle - after scoring 15 goals in Serie A this season.

However, the 26-year-old insists he is happy in Italy and is not seeking to force a move at the end of the campaign.

“Me and my family are planning to stop and live here,” Simeone told L’Arena.

“It is different. I feel like I’ve always played here and I’ve been here for less than