NEWCASTLE United offered �1.5 million up front for Victor Moses, the Crystal Palace forward, last night, matching the bid made by West Bromwich Albion.

NEWCASTLE United offered �1.5 million up front for Victor Moses, the Crystal Palace forward, last night, matching the bid made by West Bromwich Albion. (The Times)

Palace, who are in administration, are hoping to raise more for the 19-year-old, who has attracted interest from Nottingham Forest, Fulham and Manchester City.

West Ham United have offered an initial �500,000 rising to about �2 million, but the deal is less attractive to Palace because they require significant funds this month.