Unsettled winger Hatem Ben Arfa is in advanced talks over a move to Newcastle, according to Marseille.
Magpies close in on unsettled forward
Unsettled winger Hatem Ben Arfa is in advanced talks with Newcastle over a move to St James' Park, according to Marseille.
The 23-year-old has refused to train for Didier Deschamps' side as he holds out for a transfer before the window closes on Tuesday.
The French champions said they have reached a deal with newly-promoted Toon, and are expecting Ben Arfa to agree terms.
"I think they will now agree," said Dassier in comments reported by
L'Equipe.
"If that happens, I think we will quickly see Ben Arfa in Newcastle colours. I hope they agree."
Dassier admits he regrets the way Ben Arfa's career at Marseille appears to have come to an end.
"Unfortunately for Hatem, and this is not just from me, his father has agreed also, he has not received good advice," added Dassier.
"He is a good kid, but when I say kid, that is what I mean. His behaviour was very disappointing. There was an inability to get along and thrive in Marseille."
Despite his disappointment, Dassier wished Ben Arfa the best in the next stage of his career.
He added: "I hope he can express his quality and get back to normal life as a professional footballer wherever he goes."
