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Newcastle edge close to Nick Pope deal but he will have to dislodge Martin Dubravka as number one

Newcastle United hope to make progress on signing Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope - after the Clarets dropped their astronomical demands on the England keeper.

At one stage this summer Burnley were reportedly holding on for £40million but United sources are now indicating they may get a deal for closer to £ 15million, which would include add ons. With Freddie Woodman set to join Preston North End a possible exit for Karl Darlow, the arrival of Pope will spice up the goalie department at United.

But Howe could well stick with Martin Dubravka as number one at St James' Park. He stated at the end of last season: "Martin's been an excellent goalkeeper for this team for many, many years.

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