Sissoko's agent lashes out at Newcastle

Moussa Sissoko's agent has hit out at Newcastle for raising their asking price for the midfielder. 

The France international had an impressive Euro 2016 campaign, helping the hosts make it all the way to the final.

And with the prospect of playing second-tier football next season, the 26-year-old is looking for a move away from St James' Park.

However, the club have have placed a hefty price tag on the midfielder with the hope of either cashing in or keeping him, much to the annoyance of his agent.

"We do not understand," he told reporters.

"It was agreed that Moussa stayed one more season at Newcastle to help the team.

"He did the best he could. The club has always said Moussa could leave for between £15.2m and £21.1m maximum.

"We hope that Rafael Benitez and the president will be more reasonable about Moussa’s future.

"He has always been loyal, he has always respected the club, the fans. There are clubs who came to us and the club [Newcastle]. We are fully aware of their approaches.

"We want everything to go well."