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Newcastle are ready to make their first moves in a crucial summer, with a bid for Crystal Palace and England defender Marc Guehi, 24. (Telegraph - subscription required), externalWant more transfer stories? Read Thursday's full gossip columnFollow the gossip column on BBC Sport
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