Newcastle have opened talks for Atletico Madrid fullback Kieran Trippier.
The England defender has been persistently linked with a return to the Premier League, and St James' Park has emerged as a possible destination.
Spanish football expert Guillem Balague revealed that discussions have been taking place between the Magpies and the right-back's representatives.
He told Radio 5Live: “I hear from Atletico Madrid that Newcastle are really interested in getting Trippier and they have started negotiations with his people.
"I am not sure if they will get him or not."
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