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Liverpool join race to sign Tiote

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Brendan Rodgers is interested in signing Newcastle midfielder and long term Arsenal and Manchester United target Cheick Tiote, according to reports.

Tiote is said to want a move away from St. James’ Park as early as the next transfer window, after Newcastle’s abysmal start to the season.

Rodgers sees Tiote playing in a holding midfield role so as to push Steven Gerrard forward to play alongside Jordan Henderson, formerly of Newcastle’s rivals Sunderland.

Arsenal and United are also keen to add Tiote’s defensive solidity to their attack minded midfields.

In recent seasons, Newcastle have been happy to offload their star players like Yohan Cabaye, Mathieu Debuchy and Demba Ba, increasing the likelihood of Mike Ashley approving the selling of Tiote. 

Arsenal are the favourites to bring in Tiote with Arsene Wenger ready to match any bids from rival clubs in January. 

By Joseph Richardson

@Jj147Joseph

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