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Newcastle transfer news: Most likely departures – La Liga exits and Ritchie interest
NEWCASTLE fans will be hoping for a summer of stability ahead of the new season, although they will be hard-pressed to keep hold of their top talent.
Newcastle head into the 2018/19 campaign with a renewed sense of optimism after a late run of good results secured a midtable finish last season.
Rafael Benitez will look to build on some encouraging performances last term and has already strengthened his squad with the signing of Ki Sung-yueng on a free from Swansea.
However the Magpies need to keep hold of their best talent in order to consolidate their top-flight status, and several players have already been linked with moves away from St James’ Park.
Stoke City have reportedly bid £15million for Matt Ritchie, while La Liga clubs are circling a couple of Spanish stars in the squad.
Football Whispers have identified the players most strongly linked with an exit – but who will stay and who will go?
Take a look through the gallery above to reveal the most likely Newcastle United departures and their next destinations this summer – according to Football Whispers.
(1 – unlikely, 5 – very likely)