Fulham defender Franck Queudrue admits a move to Newcastle United would be 'tricky' as he looks to leave Craven Cottage.

The French full-back is keen to quit Fulham, with Lawrie Sanchez hoping to recoup the £3million the club spent on Queudrue last summer.

Newcastle have been linked with a bid for the 28-year-old, although Sam Allardyce has played down any interest.

Queudrue is waiting for a firm offer, but the former Middlesbrough man accepts a return to the North East could be difficult.

"It would be tricky," Queudrue told Sky Sports News. "Nothing is sure, I am 100 per cent for Fulham at the moment.

When asked if he had handed in a transfer request, he replied: "No, I didn't, I just talked with the manager and that stays between me and the manager.

"The papers say Newcastle, but we have got no news from Newcastle, it's just speculation."