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Ex-Newcastle wonderkid El Mhanni wanted by Saint-Etienne & AZ

Former Newcastle United wonderkid Yasin Ben El Mhanni is poised to join a new club, with his agent set to discuss a move with several overseas clubs, including Saint-Etienne and AZ.

Godfrey K Torto is travelling to meet clubs on behalf of El Mhanni, a skilful attacker who was at the centre of a bullying and racism row with Peter Beardsley during his spell with the Magpies' Under-23 side.

El Mhanni lodged a complaint to the club, who ruled in his favour, but he was released in March.

The 22-year-old, who played twice for Chelsea's Under-23 side while on trial, made two senior Newcastle appearances in FA Cup clashes against Birmingham City and Oxford United.