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Florian Thauvin has been linked with a shock move to Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports in France.

The winger struggled at Newcastle United earlier this season following his summer move from Marseille. As such, the 23-year-old was loaned back to the Stade Velodrome in January until the end of the season.

However, with Rafa Benitez now in charge and Newcastle - and with the club hoping he will keep them up and stay on next season - the door is potentially open for the winger to return to Tyneside and prove his worth to the new boss.

Despite that, Le10Sport in France report that Tottenham - who play the Magpies in the final game of the season - are among four European sides tracking the Frenchman.

The report also claims that Valencia, Lazio, and Inter Milan are interested in his services.

Thauvin arrived at St James’ Park in the summer with much excitement about his potential. Despite that, he disappointed in his 13 appearances with his only goal and assists coming in the League Cup win over League Two side Northampton Town.

Back in France he’s hardly set the world on fire either. Marseille’s struggles this season meant that they only secured their top flight status last weekend thanks to their first win in 11 games. Since his return, Thauvin has managed just two goals in 16 appearances with no assists.