Newcastle boss Eddie Howe says he'll be sorry losing Martin Dubravka.

The goalkeeper is undergoing a Manchester United medical today.

"Discussions have taken place between the clubs but I don't think anything is concluded as we sit here now," Howe said in his pre-match press conference on Tuesday morning.

"From my perspective I'm sad if Martin does leave, sad to see him go. It's certainly not something we necessarily wanted but we understand that there's always two sides to every story.

Howe added: "It's not always about what I want, or the club wants, you have to understand the player's position as well.

"Sometimes, you have to see things from two perspectives. There is no ideal world in football. You have to make a decision, the club have made a decision, and we back it.

"I certainly back Karl Darlow. I have no issue with Karl or Martin, they are two very good goalkeepers. Karl did very well against Tranmere recently and showed his experience and value to the squad.

"He has trained brilliantly. I would love as many good goalkeepers as I can have, and certainly Martin is that, but you have to understand the other person's perspective."