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Newcastle have agreed a fee to sign defender Massadio Haidara from Nancy, according to the French side.

The 20-year-old left-back is to have a medical at the St James' Park club before completing the move.

"After 46 games and two-and-a-half years in the Nancy shirt, Massadio Haidara is leaving for Newcastle,"

"The two clubs have reached an agreement and will finalise the transfer on Tuesday."

Nancy are currently bottom of Ligue 1 and Haidara has made 17 league appearances for them this season.

The player has also represented France at Under-20 and Under-21 level.