Newcastle handed major blow in their pursuit of a new sporting director to replace Man United-bound Dan Ashworth - as Dougie Freedman signs a new deal with Crystal Palace
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Dougie Freedman (pictured) was considered the frontrunner to take over the vacancy at Newcastle as Dan Ashworth prepares for a prospective move to Manchester United.