Best nears Newcastle exit

Striker Leon Best’s stay at Newcastle could be drawing to a close with Blackburn having stepped up their interest.

Mon, 02 Jul, 2012 - 13:30

Striker Leon Best’s stay at Newcastle could be drawing to a close with Blackburn having stepped up their interest.

The 25-year-old Republic of Ireland international was due to undergo a medical with the Lancashire club today, it is understood.

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