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Newcastle to launch £12m bid for Premier League star in summer: He wants move
NEWCASTLE are reportedly interested in signing Hull defender Harry Maguire.
Newcastle want Hull defender Harry Maguire
Maguire has been key in the heart of Hull's defence this season, with boss Marco Silva recently tipping the 23-year-old as a future England centre-back.
He initially struggled for game time for the opening months of the campaign but has now started Hull's last 13 league matches.
Harry Maguire has been key at the back for Hull
And his performances as the KCOM Stadium have reportedly caught the attention of Championship leaders Newcastle.
According to The Sun, Magpies manager Rafa Benitez has set aside £12million to sign Maguire in the summer as he prepares for Premier League football.
The 23-year-old is said to be keen on a St James' Park switch, having failed to secure new and improved terms at Hull.
Rafa Benitez wants Harry Maguire at Newcastle
The Tigers, who spent £2.5m on Maguire from Sheffield United in 2014, will reportedly only listen to offers of at least £15m.
Newcastle face competition for the young centre-half, though, with Premier League sides Everton and Southampton also said to be interested.