Newcastle have made an improved 5million offer for Rennes’ Cameroon international Stephane Mbia and boss Joe Kinnear is hoping to ship veteran midfielder Geremi to Besiktas.

Former Newcastle skipper Geremi is poised to join Besiktas in a 1.5m deal after leaving the field to a chorus of boos on Saturday.

Newcastle midfielder Geremi has emerged as a target for Turkish club Besiktas. But FC Porto anchor man Raul Meireles may be making a 4million switch to St James’ Park.

Newcastle midfielder Geremi has told skysports.com that he could be ready to leave St James’ Park.

Turkish club Besiktas want Newcastle utility man Geremi for a cut-price £2m.

Newcastle United midfielder Geremi believes the fans’ support will be vital in the intimidating atmosphere of Saturday’s derby at Sunderland.

Geremi insists that Newcastle can win the Carling Cup to lift the gloom around St James’ Park.

Geremi has refused to attribute Newcastle’s poor league form to the uncertainty surrounding the club off the pitch.

Cameroon midfielder Geremi insists Newcastle’s off-field problems are not affecting the players.

Newcastle midfielder Geremi has thanked manager Kevin Keegan for saving his career at St James’ Park.