Cabaye passes PSG medical

Paris - Yohan Cabaye has passed his medical ahead of a proposed move from Newcastle to Paris Saint-Germain, reports have confirmed on Wednesday.

The 28-year-old midfielder arrived at the Parisian Pitie-Salpetriere hospital at 10:00 (SA time) to undergo the necessary physical tests.

PSG have called a press conference for 19:30 at their Parc des Princes ground later on Wednesday.

English media have estimated the transfer fee at around €25 million.

PSG coach Laurent Blanc is a confirmed fan of Cabaye having given him his France debut in 2010.

Cabaye joined Newcastle in 2011 from Lille, with whom he won the French Ligue 1 title in 2011.