Newcastle striker Demba Ba has been a revalation ever since his move to St James Park in the summer of 2011, producing a superb strike rate and consistency that spearheaded the Magpies top six finish last season.
The Senagalese hitman makes £80 million a week, and Alan Pardew wants nothing more than to secure his future with the club--a task that has been further complicated by a stipulation in Ba's contract that can be activated by any club who bids £7.5 million. It is a problem that Pardew insists will be sorted out quickly.
The constant worry of Ba's departure, considering his conversion rate and the small fee that could trigger his sale has kept Pardew guessing as to his players level of commitment to the club.
As the January transfer window imminently approaches, speculation of Ba's future with Newcastle has taken over the headlines in the North West of England. Should Pardew keep hold of his striker, the manager made it a point to confirm that the clause in Ba's contract will either be restructured or a sale in the summer will be the unfortunate outcome.
Ba has helped the rumour mill churn by confirming his desire to play for his hometown club PSG, even welcoming a move with a passive aggressive come and get me plea. QPR, Tottenham and even Liverpool are just a few clubs interested in his services and could trigger his sale clause by issuing a bid.
Pardew should expect many sleepless January nights.
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