Sources: Liverpool beat Newcastle to Muñoz deal

Liverpool are set to sign Spain international Víctor Muñoz from Osasuna after hijacking his proposed switch to Newcastle United , sources confirmed to ESPN.

Andoni Iraola's side are in the market for wide players following the departure of Mohamed Salah . Muñoz, who is in the Spain squad for this summer's World Cup, has a release clause of €40 million ($46m).

The 22-year-old had been closing in on a move to Newcastle but sources told ESPN he will now join Liverpool on a long-term contract.