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Newcastle United will need defensive signings this summer, there is little doubt about that. Indeed, their defensive issues were again on show despite Saturday’s thrilling win over West Ham, with pundits pointing out just how bad things are on that front when compared to last season. Sven Botman will face a long road back to recovery after his second serious knee issue of the campaign, while Jamaal Lascelles has also sustained an ACL injury. Newcastle are believed to be looking to bolster their defensive ranks this summer but, as ever, FFP may be an issue. Eddie Howe has already warned that it…

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