Newcastle United ‘submit’ fresh £30million bid for Watford striker Joao Pedro

Joao Pedro remains a major target for the Magpies this window and according to Sky Sports, they have launched a second bid for the Brazilian.

Their initial bid, worth a reported £25million, was rejected by the Hornets, however, Newcastle have since upped their offer to £30million – including add-ons.

Talks remain ‘ongoing’ over the structure of the deal but Pedro remains ‘keen’ on a move to Tyneside.

The 20-year-old has started the season in great form for his club, however, he missed Watford’s draw with Preston North End at the weekend with a minor calf-injury.

When asked about whether Newcastle would be active in the market and strengthen their squad before the end of the transfer window, Eddie Howe said: “Yes, we hope to be.”

The summer transfer window closes at 11pm on Thursday September 1.