Unexpected move. Newcastle close to signing Kurt Zouma

Injuries are forcing Newcastle to look for reinforcements in the transfer market.

Details: According to Magpie 24/7, English side Newcastle are seriously considering signing 31-year-old French defender Kurt Zouma.

Reports suggest that this transfer could happen because Newcastle are currently facing a significant squad crisis due to a spate of injuries to key players. Zouma is viewed as a quick, short-term solution to the defensive problem and could join the Magpies on a contract until the end of the current season.

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Kurt Zouma brings a wealth of Premier League experience, having spent over a decade in England playing for clubs such as Chelsea, Stoke City, Everton, and West Ham.

Zouma's most recent club was Romanian side CFR Cluj, which he left earlier this month after making just four appearances during his time there.

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