Raul set to snub Spurs and Newcastle for Schalke switch

22 July 2010 11:20
Schalke coach Felix Magath says he is confident of recruiting Real Madrid legend Raul this summer in a blow to Tottenham and Newcastle, who are in the race to sign him.[LNB]The Bundesliga outfit have already held talks with the Madrid captain and Magath believes the 33 year-old is primed for a move to Gelsenkirchen.[LNB]'Raul has shown in every moment his interest in signing for our team and we believe he will arrive, be it in days or weeks,' Magath told Spanish daily Marca.[LNB] On his way: Real Madrid legend Raul will quit the Bernabeu but not for the Premier League[LNB]Spurs and newly-promoted Newcatleave also been linked with Raul, but Magath says the former Spain star will reject all other offers to sign for Schalke.[LNB]'We are aware that the Real Madrid striker is receiving other offers, but we also know he is turning them down,' he said.[LNB] Golden deal: Schalke coach Felix Magath claims Raul is set to join the German club[LNB]'I am convinced Raul will end up playing for Schalke 04 next season.'[LNB]Meanwhile, German newspaper Bild claims Raul has already signed a two year deal with Magath's side.[LNB]  Toon boss Hughton plays down Raul and Ben Arfa talkSpurs lead the chase for Raul as Spain legend prepares to say farewell to RealPremier League new boys Newcastle snap up Everton free agent GoslingNEWCASTLE UNITED FC

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