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Newcastle fans give their verdict on Chris Wood transfer update

Newcastle United fans have welcomed the news that Burnley striker Chris Wood looks set to become the club's second January signing.

The Magpies have met a release clause believed to be set at £20m to lure the New Zealand international from their relegation rivals.

Wood is set to hold talks over a transfer on Tyneside after a deal was agreed in principle for the 30-year-old.

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Newcastle look set to land the striker ahead of Saturday's crucial clash with Watford, with Callum Wilson's latest injury setback forcing the owners to act.

Dwight Gayle's availability is also in doubt after the former number nine missed the FA Cup defeat to Cambridge United last weekend.

Wood must be signed by Friday lunchtime in order to feature against the Hornets, and fans have given their verdict on the upcoming deal.

Here is how Newcastle United fans reacted to the transfer development.

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'Big fan'

'End of'

' Premier League version'

'Really see him doing well'

' Sensible signing'

'We get crosses in, he'll score'

'What we need right now'

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