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Magical Mikel Merino is the Real thing for Newcastle as talk of a takeover has those on the Toon dreaming big

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Talk is rife in Newcastle United's dressing-room. Talk of takeovers. Talk of this team and the club's potential, European football even.

Talk of Saturday's match-winner Mikel Merino being good enough for Barcelona or Real Madrid, not that they want the exciting young Spaniard to leave.

For once, there appears to be no trouble in Toon. The only thing celebrated more than Merino's headed winner this past week has been the statement released by owner Mike Ashley confirming he wants to sell the club.

Mikel Merino sent St James' Park into raptures with his winner against Crystal Palace
Mikel Merino sent St James' Park into raptures with his winner against Crystal Palace
Newcastle supporters show support for their team prior to the match with banners and flags
Newcastle supporters show support for their team prior to the match with banners and flags
Toon fans are delighted that owner Mike Ashley (c) has announced his desire to sell the club
Toon fans are delighted that owner Mike Ashley (c) has announced his desire to sell the club

It has certainly got the players talking, especially as Amanda Staveley and her Middle East investment fund have begun due diligence.