Papiss Cisse's 11 Premier League goals this campaign could keep Newcastle United in the division - but the striker has also accrued suspensions totalling 10 matches in all, and his performance when coming off the bench against Queens Park Rangers was appalling. If Newcastle do stay it up, it could be because of the previous 11 strikes Cisse has contributed - or he may pop up with another when they need him most on Sunday. However, that could well be the last time Cisse dons a black-and-white-striped shirt. Cisse is reportedly frustrated by Newcastle's attempts to offload him to Russia or the Far East in January and he has become disillusioned with life on Tyneside in recent months. Also, the Senegalese forward turns 30 next month and so the Magpies could look to cash in on him while they still can - even if they remain in the top flight. What's certain, however, is that if they go down then the Senegal international will move on - and likely find the back of the net with regularity at a new club instead. For all the latest NUFC News, Views and Transfers make sure to follow WhatCultureNUFC on Twitter and Facebook.
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