Significant release clause claim made over Newcastle’s interest in Burnley player

Newcastle United are ready to trigger the release clause in Maxwel Cornet’s Burnley contract, journalist Ekrem Konur has claimed.

Following Burnley’s relegation to the Championship at the end of last season, Cornet’s future has been the subject of much speculation, with a number of top-flight clubs linked with the winger.

It has even been claimed that Everton have an agreement in place with Cornet, but have yet to secure a deal with Burnley for the deal.

Earlier this week, Newcastle emerged as one of those thought to be interested in the 25-year-old, and it now seems as though they are set to make their move to complete a deal.

According to this latest update, the Magpies are now set to trigger the £20million release clause in Cornet’s contract at Turf Moor, putting them in pole position to complete a deal.