Newcastle United are expected to announce a new contract extension for ex-Germany Under-21 stopper Loris Karius.
The former Liverpool stopper has been in training with the Magpies since the turn of the year despite his initial deal expiring at the end of 2022. Eddie Howe stated on the club's trip to Saudi Arabia at the end of last year how pleased he was with the performance of Karius in training.
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Sources in Germany say that Karius has agreed terms until the end of the season which leaves a question mark over Newcastle's goalkeeper department for part two of the season. With Nick Pope the number 1 these days, Karl Darlow could be moved on loan at the end of the month.
Martin Dubravka is back and can be the back-up man in Premier League squads. But he is cup-tied for the important League Cup semi-final against Southampton.
Karius and Darlow have been named in League Cup squads this season, with Darlow playing against Tranmere Rovers and Karius warming the bench against Crystal Palace.
Karius offered his own take on his future in the Middle East last month and said: "How I was welcomed by the whole group makes me believe I can achieve more things here. "That’s my aim, to be here for a long project instead of a short one."
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