Marcel a Magpie?

Last updated : 15 September 2004 By Nicky Bremner

Toon manager Graeme Souness has already all but completed the move for ex-Man United and Villa defender Ronnie Johnsen, and now looks to swoop for the World Cup Winner.

As both Johnsen and Desailly are on free agents the January transfer rule does not apply, allowing an immediate transfer.

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