Clubs line up to take Newcastle trio on loan

Kilmarnock manager Clark is keen to take the Newcastle United trio on loan in this month's transfer window.

However, a number of other clubs are also keen on goalkeeper Woodman, winger Roberts and midfielder Longstaff.

“There is interest from our side," said former Newcastle midfielder Clark. They are good players who I know a lot about having watched them when I’ve been back in the North East.

“Freddie Woodman is one of the most sought after young goalkeepers in England and I know he’s very well thought of in terms of the English FA.

“Cal Roberts has one of the highest assist tallies of anyone in the league, so we know what he can do. And Sean Longstaff has a good goalscoring record from an attacking midfield position, so we know what these players are capable of.

“We are looking at these players, but there are five or six clubs both north and south of the border looking at them too.

“We haven’t got anything in terms of a deal in place yet so it’s very much in the early stages."