Ben Foster rejected the chance to join Newcastle United following Karl Darlow’s injury, according to reports. The Magpies were forced to enter the free transfer market after their backup goalkeeper suffered an ankle injury in training that could rule him out until the New Year.
ChronicleLive understands former Liverpool shot-stopper Loris Karus has joined the club but an official announcement has been delayed due to the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Signing a backup keeper is ironic given the fact Martin Dubravka left Tyneside a fortnight ago to join Manchester United on a season-long loan.
Now, claims from reporter Pete O'Rourke suggest ex-England goalie Foster snubbed an opportunity from Newcastle. At 39, he has been a free agent since being released by Watford after their relegation in May.