MARSEILLE defender Habib Beye has completed his switch to Newcastle United.

The 29-year-old Senegal star has signed a three-year deal with the Magpies.

Beye, who can operate as a right-back or centre-back, was skipper of the French club having joined from Strasbourg in 2003.

He featured in both legs of Marseille's UEFA Cup semi-final victory over United in 2004 but was on the losing side in the final against Valencia.

Tickets for the Wigan game at St.James' Park on Saturday are still available (contact the NUFC Box Office on 0191 261 1571 for details). And don't forget, anyone inside the ground before 2pm will receive a voucher entitling them to a free pint or hot/soft drink of choice (this voucher must be redeemed before kick-off).