Newcastle manager Sam Allardyce wants Jussi Jaaskelainen to replace Shay Given if he leave St James' Park.
The Magpies boss feats his Republic of Ireland goalkeeper is on his way because he is sticking with inform Steve Harper between the posts.
Jaaskelainen has been with Bolton for a decade but is stalling on a new contract and would be tempted by the chance to be reunited with former Reebok Stadium boss Allardyce.
Given's future with the Toon Army could change if he regains the No.1 jersey and he may decide to stay on Tyneside.
But Allardyce knows Jaaskelainen is a more than adequate replacement if the Irishman ups sticks.
