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Newcastle are set to tie down 19-year-old starlet Joe White amid fears over losing the highly-rated midfielder on a free this summer with interest from Chelsea, Celtic, Rangers and Leeds

Newcastle are set to secure the future of highly-rated midfielder Joe White after agreeing terms on a new contract.

There was a danger the Magpies could lose the 19-year-old, whose current deal expires this summer.

Both Rangers and Celtic had shown an interest in White, while Premier League clubs including Chelsea, Leeds and Wolves were also monitoring his situation.

Newcastle are set to secure the future of Joe White (far right) after agreeing a new contract

However, Sportsmail understands the club have now negotiated a new, long-term contract with the England youth international.

White is yet to make his competitive debut but has been training with Eddie Howe’s senior squad this season.