Premier League trio on red alert as Lille star plots departure

Newcastle United, Arsenal and Liverpool have been placed on red alert after Aurelien Chedjou signalled his intention to leave Lille at the end of the season.

The 27-year-old, who plays for Cameroon at international level, has been one of the most consistent defenders in Ligue 1 over the last few years.

As such, he has caught the eye of clubs across the continent, with Newcastle and Arsenal among his long-term admirers.

And as he approaches the end of his sixth season at Lille, he says he is ready to seek pastures new.

"It seems to me that I've had a rather good season," he told France Football.

"There are people who have been scouting me - my agents have told me about it.

"And most importantly, after six years here, a cycle is coming to an end. I am one of the pieces of furniture in the dressing-room here. I feel ready to join one of the top European clubs."