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Mohamed Diame wants to extend his Newcastle United stay

Mohamed Diame has talked up his desire to extend his contract with Premier League side Newcastle United.

The 31-year-old joined the Magpies in August 2016 after agreeing to a three-year contract which expires at the end of the season. He will have a chance to secure a new deal provided he reaches a certain amount of appearances this term.

The midfielder has made 91 appearances since teaming up with the side and under manager Rafael Benitez, he has been a consistent fixture for the Magpies this term featuring in all their league games.

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And the former Hull City player is looking forward to a new deal that will keep him at St James' Park beyond the end of the 2018-19 season.