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10 of the worst Newcastle free transfers

By Russell Hughes

MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND - JULY 16: Romain Amalfitano of Newcastle United in action during the Pre Season Friendly match between Motherwell and Newcastle United at Fir Park on July 16, 2013 in Motherwell, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
MOTHERWELL, SCOTLAND - JULY 16: Romain Amalfitano of Newcastle United in action during the Pre Season Friendly match between Motherwell and Newcastle United at Fir Park on July 16, 2013 in Motherwell, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) /
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Sylvain Marveaux

Sylvain Marveaux arrived at Newcastle United with a reputation he never managed to live up to.

After over 100 games for Rennes in the French top flight, Alan Pardew signed Marveaux on a five-year deal.

After only 13 starts, 52 games, two goals and nine assists, it looks highly unlikely that the Frenchman will be at St. James’ Park next season.

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