Newcastle line up move for Upson

By Nick Raynor
November 24 2004

Newcastle are lining up a big money move for Birmingham and England defender, Matthew Upson.

Newcastle boss, Graham Souness, who wants 3 new defenders in January, has had his scout’s watch Upson is recent weeks and he is seen as the idea replacement for defender Jonathan Woodgate who was sold to Real Madrid in the summer.

It is thought that the Magpies will bid around £6 million with Steve Bruce likely to accept as Birmingham are desperate to sign a big money striker.

Newcastle have shown an interest in many other defenders such as Rangers centre-back Jean-Alain Boumsong and Norwegian international Brede Hangeland. There were rumours of a bid for Manchester United’s John O’Shea but these were denied.