Newcastle United news: Toon target England starlet, Berahino latest, Tiote medical

Newcastle United have today been linked with an England whizkid from Middlesbrough '“ while there has been developments in their pursuit of Saido Berahino.
Harry Chapman, right, being presented with an award by Craig HignettHarry Chapman, right, being presented with an award by Craig Hignett
Harry Chapman, right, being presented with an award by Craig Hignett

The Magpies are keen to add to their striking ranks this month, with West Brom’s Berahino having emerged as their main target.

West Brom boss Tony Pulis has been speaking about a possible club record transfer. Read what he has to say here.

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Meanwhile, reports have emerged today that Newcastle are interested in signing Middlesbrough youngster Harry Chapman.

The highly-rated winger has been attracting a number of scouts to Teesside, with Arsenal keeping tabs on the 18-year-old.

However, the Sun reports today that Newcastle want to sign the Hartlepool-born prospect, who has played in the same England Under-18s side as Adam Armstrong.

Meanwhile, our reporter Miles Starforth says Cheick Tiote’s move to China is still on, despite claims it had collapsed.

Tiote is set to undergo a medical today in Shanghai. Details here.