Newcastle United are attempting to bolster their squad in the winter transfer window.
The Magpies know they must add numbers if they are to avoid relegation under Steve Bruce this term.
The Chronicle says Lewis Gibson from Everton is one of their prime targets.
The young centre-back is not a regular at the Blues, which could facilitate a winter loan move.
The 19-year-old is frustrated at Goodison Park after being restricted to the under-23 side for the past two years.
He is also said to have a relationship with the Longstaff brothers, who play for Newcastle.
But the Liverpool Echo suggests a move may not happen until the summer.
