Atletico Madrid right back Kieran Trippier is a key target for Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe.
The Magpies are desperate to add defensive reinforcements in the coming transfer window to save their season.
According to the Daily Mail, veteran England defender Trippier, who wants to return home, is someone very high on Howe's wishlist.
Persuading Trippier to leave a team in the Champions League for a relegation fight may be challenging.
For their part, Atletico will only let Trippier leave if a team pays his buyout clause, which is roughly £25 million.
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