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Newcastle in battle to sign defender Murillo

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Newcastle are one of the teams interested in signing Inter Milan defender Jeison Murillo, according to Gazzette dello Sport.

The report details that the Magpies are keen on the Colombia international that has 25 caps for his country.

It is understood that the Magpies are joined by European clubs Borussia Dortmund, Valencia and Monaco in the race for the South American 24-year-old.

Inter are believed to be looking for between £10.3million and £12.9million for his signature as he is still under contract at the San Siro until 2020.

Murillo has been an ever-present for the Italian giants this season and has made 34 appearances across all competitions, including five in the Europa League.

The centre-back has already racked up top-flight experience in Italy and Spain during his short career so far, but Newcastle look set to offer him the chance to play in the Premier League.

Tha Magpies sealed their return to the top flight after winning the Championship title and have experienced manager Rafael Benitez preparing for next season.

Murillo would be able to provide real competition at centre-back for places and could be a permanent starter, with some of Europe’s top clubs tracking his progress.

Newcastle currently have the likes of Ciaran Clark, Jamaal Lascelles, Chancel Mbemba and Grant Hanley as senior options at centre-back.

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