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Newcastle United fans react on Twitter to links with Fabian Schar

Fabian Schar of Switzerland in action during the FIFA 2018 World Cup Qualifier between Portugal and Switzerland at the Luz Stadium on October 10, 2...
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Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez is reportedly keen on Fabian Schar.

Fabian Schar of Basel celebrates after scoring against FC Dnipro during their UEFA Europa League, Round 32, football match in Dnipropetrovsk on February 21, 2013. AFP PHOTO

Newcastle United fans appear divided over the links with Fabian Schar, which have emerged in recent times.

According to the Chronicle, Newcastle are considering Deportivo la Coruna defender Schar, who is available for just £3 million due to a release clause in his contract.

Some Newcastle fans feel that Schar could be a great addition at that price, while others think that the centre-back is simply another cheap option.

Newcastle owner Mike Ashley has frustrated supporters at St. James’ Park with a lack of action so far.

Ashley promised that Rafael Benitez would have funds to spend this summer, but Newcastle’s business has been slow.

Switzerland's defender Fabian Schaer gestures during a press conference at Torpedo Stadium in Tolyatti, also known as Togliatti, on June 19, 2018, during the Russia 2018 World Cup football...

The Magpies have made just one permanent signing so far this summer, with Martin Dubravka arriving to strengthen their goalkeeping department.

If Schar was brought to Newcastle he would provide competition for both Florian Lejeune and Jamaal Lascelles for a place in the heart of the Magpies’ defence.