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Newcastle sign Murphy and Lazaar

Newcastle United have completed the signing of Ipswich Town striker Daryl Murphy and Moroccan left-back Achraf Lazaar for undisclosed fees.

Republic of Ireland forward Murphy, 33, agreed a two-year deal after sitting out Town's 1-0 win over Preston.

"I'm absolutely delighted to get it over the line and really looking forward to it," he told Newcastle's official website.

Lazaar, 24, joins the club from Italian club Palermo on a five-year contract.

"Achraf is a good, young player with international experience, who has grown his game in Italy," said manager Rafael Benitez, whose side moved up to fourth in the Championship with a 2-0 win over Brighton.