Your Newcastle United transfer round-up for Saturday, July 16.
Real Betis midfielder Nabil Fekir is the latest name to be linked with a move to Newcastle United.
Spanish outlet Fichajes reports Fekir could be available this summer as Betis look to balance their books.
The French international impressed last term for Betis, bagging 10 goals in 47 appearances. The 28-year-old was one of La Liga's standout performers last season and also played an instrumental part in helping the Spanish side claim Copa del Ray glory against Valencia.
While he does have four-years left on his Betis deal, Fekir would certainly be an interesting addition to Newcastle's squad. He can play off both wings and in behind a central striker. There's no doubt Fekir would also provide real quality in the final third of the pitch.
Having missed out on Hugo Ekitike, who now looks set to join Paris Saint Germain, Newcastle United have reportedly turned their attention to Bordeaux forward Sekou Mara.
The 19-year-old bagged six goals in Ligue 1 last term for Bordeaux and also impressed for France's U20s at the Toulon Tournament this summer. Mara scored five goals in five games, finishing up as the tournament's top scorer.
RMC Sport report Newcastle have turned their attention to Mara after failing to land Ekitike. Bordeaux are said to be asking for €15m for the teenager, who is also of interest to Atletico Madrid too.
Après l’échec de la piste Ekitike, Newcastle va se lancer sur Sekou Mara. Les Magpies vont prendre contact avec Bordeaux qui demande 15 millions d’euros hors bonus et % à la revente. L’Atletico, qui a besoin de vendre avant, est là également.
— Loïc Tanzi (@Tanziloic)
Chelsea are said to be biding their time on Armando Broja's future after
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