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Transfer News: Midfielder Conor Newton considers Celtic move

Image: Conor Newton (R) celebrates a St Mirren goal with Esmael Goncalves and John McGinn

Conor Newton says he would love to join Scottish double winners Celtic from Newcastle but expects to sign again for either Newcastle or St Mirren.

He added: "I'd like to have made my decision within the next two weeks as the start of the season isn't far off. "It's a big decision on whether I stay with Newcastle or move on. I've been there since I was nine years old and if I am to move on, it will be a massive thing for me. "I went out to Hong Kong for a tournament with the Newcastle lads after the season ended with St Mirren and it was great being back in amongst them. I've missed the banter. "But I don't think there is much chance of me getting regular football at Newcastle next season. They plan to sign us and then put us straight back out on loan again. "I just need to weigh up my options." Newton also insisted that he and Dummett do not necessarily come as a pair after numerous reports suggested the duo will both end up at the same club next term. "That just seems to follow on from the novelty of two lads from Newcastle going up to a small club in Paisley," he added. "We've known each other since we were wee lads but there is every chance we could go our separate ways. Football is a funny game in that sense. "It will be tough but Paul is a good player. I know wherever he goes, he will make a massive impact but if there is not a place for me there, or not a place for him at the club I move to, we will just have to say goodbye."

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