Newcastle United are eyeing summer moves for Chelsea's Patrick Bamford and Fulham's Ross McCormack, according to The Chronicle.

The Magpies, led by Rafa Benitez, are planning to secure immediate promotion back to the Premier League and have identified the strike duo as possible signings.

Both players are expected to cost in excess of £25million to the Magpies.

Chelsea are expected to demand £10m for their 22-year-old forward, who had disappointing loan spells at Crystal Palace and Norwich City last season.

Meanwhile, Scotland international McCormack finished the season with 21 goals and nine assists and is valued at more than £15m by the Cottagers.