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Pepe Reina set to sign new Napoli contract despite Manchester City and Newcastle interest

Manchester City and Newcastle target Pepe Reina is set to end speculation over his future by signing a new contract with Napoli.

The Serie A giants are desperate to keep hold of their No.1 despite interest from around Europe and the Spaniard is now ready to agree terms.

Gazzetta dello Sport has claimed Reina will sign the new contract tonight after verbal agreements between the club and the player's representatives were reached.

Manchester City were linked with a move for the former Liverpool goalkeeper, despite their recent capture of Brazilian stopper Ederson.