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title: "Newcastle and Crystal Palace discussing deal for defender"
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published: "2018-01-09T19:46:08Z"
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# Newcastle and Crystal Palace discussing deal for defender

Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are reportedly negotiating a deal for defender Pape Souare.

According to talkSPORT presenter Geoff Peters, discussions between the two Premier League clubs have been held regarding a deal for the left-back this month.

> Twitter: Newcastle and Crystal Palace have held discussions about Senegal international defender Pape Souaré moving on loan… https://t.co/BnIRM96rv6 (@mrgeoffpeters)

Souare is currently out of favour at Palace and it seems he is surplus to requirements at the moment. Although Jeffrey Schlupp is currently out with an injury, fellow left-back Patrick van Aanholt is a preferred choice on the flank of defence.

![Bryn Lennon/Getty Images Sport](https://media.readnewcastle.com/readnewcastle/sites/20/2018/01/849630362.jpg)

Newcastle are currently somewhat short of options at left-back. Paul Dummett is a natural in the position but Javi Manquillo, who has been deputising on the left in large parts of the season so far, is a right-back by trade.

Souare is now fully fit having recovered from a broken leg he suffered in a car accident, and would bring an experienced head to the Newcastle squad, with all parties involved said to be keen.