Father hints at Andros Townsend stay

Andros Townsend's father has indicated that the winger is prepared to spend next season in the Championship with Newcastle United.

The England international joined the Magpies from Tottenham Hotspur in a £12m deal during the winter, but despite scoring four goals, he was unable to help the Magpies retain their Premier League status.

It is believed that Townsend has an £8m relegation release clause in his contract on Tyneside, which has reportedly alerted West Ham United.

However, when asked by BBC Sport about his son's future, Troy Townsend replied: "Newcastle could rise quickly and Andros looks forward to many more seasons with them."

In total, the 24-year-old has made 13 appearances for Newcastle.