Papiss Cisse is ready to quit Newcastle United for the Middle East.

The Daily Star Sunday says the Senegal striker, 29, is struggling to be fit before the end of the season - and there is interest in him from the Middle East.

Top clubs in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates are ready to test Newcastle's resolve to keep Cisse.

Qatar Stars League sides - including Al-Rayyan - were keen to lure Cisse around 18 months ago, but shied away from the Toon's £10million asking price.