Homecomings \u2013 Davison and Hodge<\/p>\n
Telegraph reports also link two former Falcons with potential returns:\u00a0Trevor Davison\u00a0and\u00a0Josh Hodge.<\/p>\n
Both will be\u00a0out of contract next summer, with Davison at\u00a0Northampton Saints\u00a0and Hodge at\u00a0Exeter Chiefs. A return to Tyneside could strengthen Newcastle\u2019s English core while adding valuable experience.<\/p>\n
Raffi Quirke \u2013 Possible surprise move<\/p>\n
Although\u00a0Raffi Quirke\u00a0recently re-signed with\u00a0Sale Sharks, The Telegraph claims he could still be on Newcastle\u2019s radar. The dynamic scrum-half would fit well with Townsend\u2019s attacking style and add further depth.<\/p>\n
Joe Marchant \u2013 England-qualified abroad with a Tyneside link<\/p>\n
Another name being monitored is\u00a0Joe Marchant, in the final year of his deal at\u00a0Stade Fran\u00e7ais. Newcastle\u2019s strategy to bring England-qualified players back from overseas could make him an attractive option \u2014 and there\u2019s an extra twist. <\/p>\n
Marchant is engaged to\u00a0Hollie Shearer, daughter of Newcastle United legend\u00a0Alan Shearer, adding a personal Tyneside connection to his potential move.<\/p>\n
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