Newcastle United target says 'goodbye' to current club as Rafa Benitez leads the race for striker
According to a report in Het Laatste Nieuws in Belgium, Moraes is "highly regarded" by United, who are looking to add least one new striker to their ranks this summer.
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Hide AdIf, as expected, Rafa Benitez remains at United, his preference is to keep striker Salomon Rondon, although the club remain reluctant to sanction a £16million move for a player who turns 30 later this year.
And Moraes, at 22, could turn out to be a more suitable option for the United hierarchy, who are yet to strike a deal for Benitez's extension, despite the season ending more than a fortnight ago.
Premier League rivals West Ham United and Serie A side Lazio are also said to be interested in Moraes.