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Report: Aleksandar Mitrovic on verge of leaving Newcastle United, all part of Rafael Benitez’s plan

Aleksandar Mitrovic of Fulham during the Sky Bet Championship match between Fulham and Leeds United at Craven Cottage on April 3, 2018 in London, E...
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Newcastle United striker Aleksandar Mitrovic should reportedly leave if Fulham win the play-off final, as Rafael Benitez looks to clear the decks.

Aleksandar Mitrovic of Fulham during the Sky Bet Championship match between Fulham and Leeds United at Craven Cottage on April 3, 2018 in London, England.

According to the Chronicle, Aleksandar Mitrovic is on the verge of an exit at Newcastle United.

Mitrovic reportedly should complete a move to Fulham, if the Cottagers win the play off final against Aston Villa at Wembley on Saturday.

The Serbian striker’s departure is sure to be a controversial one at St. James’ Park, but it could work out well for Newcastle.

Aleksandar Mitrovic of Fulham FC celebrates at the end of the Sky Bet Championship match between Fulham and Sunderland at Craven Cottage on April 27, 2018 in London, England.

The Magpies apparently have targets on their list this summer that are demanding over £100,000-a-week in wages.

And Mitrovic’s departure from Newcastle, will help Rafael Benitez’s side increase their wage cap.

Mitrovic is on a contract worth £50,000-a-week, and Newcastle are keen to offload him in a bid to reduce their wage bill.

Aleksandar Mitrovic of Fulham FC celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the Sky Bet Championship match between Fulham and Sunderland at Craven Cottage on April 27, 2018 in...

Newcastle are believed to be looking for a fee of £15 million for the target-man, which Fulham are willing to pay providing they are promoted.

Newcastle could also offload Jack Colback and Adam Armstrong in the coming weeks, as Benitez makes room for new additions.