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Joshua King hints at Bournemouth exit amid Newcastle United links

By Mark Langshaw, Reporter | 29 May 2018

Bournemouth striker Josh King hints that he is unsettled at the club due to Eddie Howe's decision to shift him to a deeper position.

Bournemouth striker Joshua King has hinted that he could part ways with the club this summer.

The Norway international, who has been linked with a move to Newcastle United, has made it clear that he is unhappy with manager Eddie Howe's decision to shift him to a deeper position last season.

"I do not like to blame anything, but I have to say that I was surprised that I returned in pre-season and was switched to a deeper position than [that in which] I did so well in the year before," King told VG.

"I started one match as the spearhead [up front] this year. I am 110% unhappy with the change in position. I am not satisfied and my coach knows. I think most people know where I am the best.

"I have three years left on my contract and I am a Bournemouth player now, but in football you never know.

"I just want to play in the position I am best at. Why change something that worked so well? I do not understand and maybe it has been a bit in my mind all season."

The Cherries are said to value King at around the £20m mark.