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Newcastle are weighing up a sensational swoop for Mario Balotelli, according to Adana Demirspor's president, who reveals the striker has a release clause in his deal but insists the Magpies 'have not made an offer'

Newcastle are said to be weighing up a sensational swoop for Mario Balotelli, a move which would see them trigger his release clause in a bid to avoid relegation.

Balotelli, formerly of Manchester City and Liverpool, is currently plying his trade with Adana Demirspor in Turkey, but has now emerged as a Magpies transfer target.

That is according to the president of the club, who has also claimed that there has been no official offer, however, despite the interest from Eddie Howe's side.

Newcastle are weighing up making an approach foru00a0Adana Demirspor frontman Mario Balotelli

Newcastle are weighing up making an approach for Adana Demirspor frontman Mario Balotelli

According to Fanatik, Murat Sancak said: 'Newcastle was considering signing Balotelli.