Newcastle United takeover & transfer news: Spurs defender linked while Longstaff talks continue

LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Ryan Sessegnon of Tottenham Hotspur shoots during a training session ahead of their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first leg match against RB Leipzig at Hotspur Way Training Ground on February 18, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

The £25 million former Fulham left-sided player struggled for gametime at the London Stadium last season – and United are believed to be exploring the option of taking the player on a temporary basis, with the Magpies short of a left-back following Danny Rose’s exit.

The Daily Star report Jose Mourinho is a big fan of the England under-21 man, but could allow him to leave in order to get games.

Meanwhile, the Athletic report Matty Longstaff has held further discussions with Newcastle boss Steve Bruce despite his release on a free contract.

Longstaff’s deal expired last week, with the player currently weighing up his future options.

The same outlet also claim Ollie Watkins, of Brentford, is a player on the wanted list at United, while Fabian Schar and DeAndre Yedlin could also leave, if offers come in for the duo, both of whom have just a year left on their current deal.