Wednesday, 16th January, 2013
Newcastle United are set to move for Lyon striker Bafetimbi Gomis after missing out on Loic Remy.
The Magpies thought they had a deal for Remy all but done after Marseille accepted their bid for the 26-year-old, who indicated a real willingness to land at St. James’ Park.
But QPR muscled their way into the deal, Remy had a medical with the Rs yesterday, and the London club’s manager Harry Redknapp has declared the transfer "sorted".
Newcastle, who want to replace Demba Ba, are now looking at alternatives.
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According to Lyon Capitale, an offer is expected to be made by the English side for Gomis in the next few days.
Lyon would like to keep hold of the 27-year-old but, with budgetary constraints due to financing a new stadium biting, are ready to sell the striker for the right price.
Gomis has also been tracked by Chelsea and Liverpool.
An alternative for Newcastle is Bordeaux hitman Yoan Gouffran, a player whose contract is set to expire in the summer.
Newcastle are known to have watched the 26-year-old, who has scored eight times in Ligue 1 so far this season, quite extensively.
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