Newcastle United face Premier League competition for KAA Gent winger Moses Simon.

Toon boss Rafa Benitez is already planning for next season in the top flight with the Nigerian international firmly in his sights.

Liverpool and Brighton are monitoring the winger who is hoping to make the Nigeria World Cup squad this summer, says The Sun.

Gent value Simon at £13million and are fully aware of his desire to play in the Premier League.

Simon was also outstanding in Gent's 2-0 win at champions Anderlecht on Sunday.