Ryan Fraser missed out on Newcastle United’s win over Burnley at the weekend but the former Bournemouth winger could provide Eddie Howe a selection headache as he returns to training ahead of their clash with Leicester City.
Meanwhie, Howe has provided an update on Paul Dummett who has been sidelined with a calf injury since pre-season.
The defender is unlikely to appear for the Magpies this year but is back training individually ahead of the New Year.
Here are the best of today’s rumours…
1. Newcastle United join race for Portugal international
Newcastle United face competition from Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United to sign Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix. The 22-year-old is reportedly unhappy with the La Liga club after moving to Spain for £113 million in 2019. (Calciomercato) Photo: Denis Doyle
2. Burnley defender keen on West Ham move
Burnley defender James Tarkowski is reportedly keen on working with David Moyes at West Ham, with both the Irons and Newcastle United interested in signing him. The centre-back's contract at Turf Moor expires next summer. (HITC) Photo: Jan Kruger
3. PSG defender offered to Crystal Palace
Crystal Palace have reportedly been offered Paris Saint-Germain outcast Layvin Kurzawa in January. The defender has fallen down the pecking order since he joined the club in 2015. (Jeunes Footeux) Photo: Maja Hitij
4. Brighton linked with Poland wonderkid
Brighton & Hove Albion have been linked with a move to sign highly-rated Polish prospect Kacper Kozlowski. The 18-year-old currently plays for Pogon Szczecin and has already made six appearances for the national team. (The Argus) Photo: Lars Baron