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Newcastle's Moussa Sissoko 'still waiting' for Real Madrid move

Moussa Sissoko is hoping for a move to Real Madrid after expressing his desire to leave Newcastle.

Sissoko, 26, saw his stock rise following his performances for France at Euro 2016 and the midfielder has stated he does not want to remain at St James' Park and play in the Championship.

The club are yet to receive what they consider as an acceptable offer for Sissoko and it has been reported that he may even feature against Huddersfield this weekend, although he remains hopeful of a move.

"I hope Real will come for me, I'm still waiting," Sissoko told the BBC World Service. "If Real Madrid are interested in you then of course you will be happy, but right now I am still a Newcastle player."

Sissoko's stance has angered Newcastle supporters, but he added: "They need to understand, I spent three-and-a-half years here.

"I gave everything for this club and I want to play some big games. For that I need to go somewhere else.

"I want to play in the Premier League, I want to play for a big club who can get into the Champions League. That's why I said I want to leave this year.

"I've spent a lot of time here and now it's time to look forward. The fans need to understand my situation, I hope they will and that everything will be OK."

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