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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Newcastle United target Nikita Parris signing in push to reach WSL

Nikita Parris celebrates scoring during the Women's Super League match between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur at Leigh Sports Village
Nikita Parris is Newcastle’s newest target after their promotion to the Championship. Photograph: Charlotte Tattersall/MUFC/Manchester United/Getty Images

Newcastle are interested in signing the England striker Nikita Parris from the Women’s Super League club Manchester United. The newly promoted Women’s Championship side are hoping to sign a striker to boost their chances of reaching the WSL, and they are targeting the 71‑cap Lioness.

A transfer fee would be required if Newcastle were to sign her, after Manchester United triggered a one‑year extension to the 30‑year‑old’s contract until 2025 this summer by exercising an option in her deal.

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