Newcastle United are ready to launch a bid for Manchester City midfielder Jack Grealish.
However, The Sun says Newcastle want to setup an initial loan-to-buy arrangement with City.
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Newcastle want Grealish to boost their Champions League campaign, but need City to help cover his £300,000-a-week wages.
City are willing to sell the 29 year-old for £40m.
A return to Aston Villa has also been mooted for Grealish, though Newcastle will have the edge thanks to their Champions League qualification.