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Newcastle FC transfer news: Ayoze Perez targeted by Ligue 1 side Marseille

Marseille are tracking Newcastle United striker Ayoze Perez ahead of the summer transfer window.

The 23-year-old has scored nine goals this season, but he has not been a regular starter under Rafa Benitez at St James' Park.

That has, according to reports in France, sparked interest from Marseille and they are keeping tabs on the Spaniard in preparation for the summer.

The Ligue 1 big-spenders have reportedly sent scouts to watch Perez in action several times over the past few weeks as they weigh up whether to submit a formal offer.

Newcastle, however, have given no indication they would be willing to sell the striker if a bid was made by Marseille.