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NEWCASTLE United have been linked with a move for Reading defender Nicky Shorey.

Reports claim that Kevin Keegan will look to recruit the £3.5m-rated England international to provide competition for Spanish left-back Jose Enrique.

Elsewhere, The Times again reports that Liverpool are hoping to sign winger James Milner, although Jermaine Pennant will not be moving in the opposite direction as part of the deal.

The Journal carries a story claiming that United are weighing up a move for Birmingham City midfielder Sebastian Larsson.

The Swedish star is currently on international duty at Euro 2008 but reports claim that the Magpies have made a £4.2m offer for the 23-year-old.