Newcastle United ‘explore’ move for Wolves ace as Aston Villa ‘eye’ Emi Buendia alternative

Here, we round-up all the latest stories that have emerged from St James’ Park and beyond:

Newcastle United ‘explore’ move for Wolves defender

Newcastle United are still in the market for defensive additions, despite securing a move for Tino Livramento earlier this week. The Magpies may look to add a left-back and another centre-back to their ranks before the summer transfer window closes on Friday, September 1.

They have recently been linked with a move for Crystal Palace defender Joachim Andersen, however, a new name has emerged as a potential target for the Magpies. Reports have suggested that Newcastle have ‘explored’ a move for Wolves’ Max Kilman.

Kilman has been heavily-linked with a move to Napoli this summer amid a mass exodus at Molineux. Raul Jimenez, Joao Moutinho, Ruben Neves and Conor Coady have already left the club this summer with manager Julen Lopetegui departing less than a week before they kick-off their campaign.

Kilman has impressed at Wolves since joining from non-league Maidenhead United back in 2018 and, as mentioned, the 26-year-old has admirers in Serie A as well as reported interest from the Magpies. Kilman is a right-footed centre-back and plays in a position that Newcastle will look to strengthen in this summer.

Fabian Schar’s injury will likely keep him out of the game with Aston Villa at the weekend.

Nicolo Zaniolo price tag ‘revealed’

Newcastle United will have to pay around £30m if they want to sign Nicolo Zaniolo this summer. Zaniolo has been linked with a surprise move to St James’ Park in recent weeks - despite Harvey Barnes’ recent arrival.

Whilst Newcastle may not be Zaniolo’s ultimate destination this summer, the Italian international has been heavily-linked with a move to one of their main Premier League rivals. Aston Villa have been credited with an interest in the 24-year-old, with reports of their interest gaining major traction following the news that Emi Buendia is set to miss a large chunk of the season - and the game with Newcastle at the weekend - with a knee injury.

Al-Hilal and Juventus have also been listed as potential destinations for Zaniolo.