Here is your latest 4am Newcastle United transfer digest.
Szoboszlai 'very open' to transfer
Dominik Szoboszlai has done little to dispel the rumours of a blockbuster transfer to Newcastle United this summer. The RB Leipzig star confirmed he dreams of a move to a 'big club', while in contrast it is perhaps telling team-mate Dani Olmo agreed a contract extension in response to rumours surrounding his own future.
Now, Sky Sports journalist Florian Plettenberg has claimed the in-demand midfielder is 'very open' to the prospect of a summer exit. The Hungary international's stance has been shaped by the 'concrete interest' from Newcastle, with a release clause in the region of £60 million in play.
Szoboszlai is said to have angered the club's hierarchy with his recent interviews, having repeatedly refused to stress his commitment to the Bundesliga side.
READ MORE: Dominik Szoboszlai drops new 'big club' hint to give Newcastle hope after boss' spiky response
Rice latest
Declan Rice has been among the 'elite' targets recently linked with a St James' Park switch. The West Ham midfielder is expected to move this summer, with the upcoming Europa Conference League final against Fiorentina providing the chance for the perfect swansong.
Newcastle continue be to considered a potential destination for Rice, but the latest reports indicate Arsenal are emerging as the frontrunners. The Times claim the 24-year-old would prefer to remain in London, despite interest from German champions Bayern Munich.
However, an asking price in excess of £100m could prove a stumbling block for the Gunners. It is why the report suggests Mikel Arteta is open to the sale of Kieran Tierney to top-four rivals Newcastle in order to raise funds for Rice.
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