Eddie Howe says Newcastle cannot 'currently' sanction Martin Dubravka exit: 'The situation isn't clear-cut'

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12/23/2024 05:34 AM

Eddie Howe insists Newcastle United cannot "currently" sanction an exit for Martin Dubravka, given the Slovakia international is starting, but has not entirely ruled out a late-January departure. The 35-year-old is entering the final six months of his Newcastle contract and is receiving strong interest from Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab. However, Nick Pope, Newcastle’s first choice, is sidelined with a knee injury and Howe is unsure when the England international will return to full fitness. While Pope is out, Howe believes the club cannot afford to let his deputy depart, even if...

Eddie Howe says Newcastle cannot 'currently' sanction Martin Dubravka exit: 'The situation isn't clear-cut'

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