Yesterday we brought you the news that Toon target Boubacar Kamara has reportedly rejected the offer of a new contract with current club Marseille, potentially opening the door on a £15 million move to St. James’ Park this summer.
How strong the Magpies’ interest in the 21-year-old defensive midfielder truly is remains to be seen, but at the very least, this latest update leaves his future looking somewhat precarious.
One target who has been linked with a move to Tyneside for a while longer is Swansea City midfielder Matt Grimes, but Newcastle might not have it all their own way in their pursuit of the 25-year-old.
Southampton have been credited with an interest for quite some time now, while Fulham and Bournemouth have both entered the race for his signature, according to the Daily Mail.
Another player who is being targeted is Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock, who enjoyed a hugely successful in the north east last term.
Mikel Arteta has delivered a vague update on the prospect of him leaving again this summer.
Speaking recently, he said: “Joe’s part of our plans – he’s our player – and in the time that he’s here, we’ll try to make the most out of him. He had a great experience on loan. He was, I think, one of the most important players for their survival.”
Another day has brought another fresh batch of transfer speculation, and we’ve gathered the best of the Premier League’s hottest gossip for you below…
5. Leeds draw up three-man shortlist
Leeds have drawn up a three-man shortlist of Kristoffer Klaesson, Freddie Woodman and Dani Cardenas as they search for a replacement for goalkeeper Kiko Casilla. Reports they have offered £10m for Woodman are also believed to be wide of the mark. (Mirror) (Photo by Michael Steele/Getty Images) Photo: Michael Steele
6. Cherries in for Davis
Bournemouth are in advanced talks to sign Leeds United defender Leif Davis. The Championship outfit are working on a season-long loan deal for the left-back. (Football Insider) (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) Photo: Clive Brunskill
7. Whites cool Nandez interest
Leeds United seem to have somewhat given up on signing Cagliari midfielder Nahitan Nandez. According to reports, the midfielder ‘seemed headed for Leeds’, but the Premier League side ‘appear to have let go’ of the signing, who was a Bielsa request. Inter Milan will now have a shot at his transfer. (Calcio Mercato) (Photo by Miguel Schincariol/Getty Images) Photo: Miguel Schincariol
8. Toon close in on Willock
Newcastle United believe they’re close to finalising a deal that would see Joe Willock return to St James’ Park. (Telegraph) (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster