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Newcastle United's chances of

have improved after the Ligue 1 strugglers signed a possible replacement for their chief playmaker.

The 2012 French champions are on the cusp of bringing in Argentine starlet Lucas Mugni from crisis club Colón de Santa Fe and it could signal the green light for the Magpies' Cabella move.

Alan Pardew is said to be very keen on the 23-year-old, but would have to make a serious offer to convince

The outspoken Nicollin said last week:

"Remy is at the club and I hope he will remain until June... Of course, there are some offers you cannot refuse."