Newcastle United have tabled a massive contract offer to Bafetimbi Gomis, according to French reports.

L'Equipe says Newcastle are trying to lure out-of-contract Lyon striker Gomis to St. James' Park with £75,000-a-week wages, and a further £2m signing-on fee.

Newcastle's bumper offer is a clear sign of the threat posed by QPR, Fenerbahce and Galatasaray for the striker's signature.

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