Newcastle United have moved for Nottingham Forest midfielder Lewis McGugan.

The Mirror says Newcastle have made a £1.5million bid for McGugan.

McGugan, 22, has emerged as one of the most highly-rated youngsters in the Championship.

Newcastle boss Alan Pardew wants to offer him a dream move to the Premier League and is testing Forest's resolve with a firm offer.

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