Newcastle United are interested in Borussia Monchengladbach striker Alassane Plea.

Desperate to boost their attack, Newcastle have suffered several rejections during this month's transfer market.

And their pursuit has now led to an approach for Plea, says L'Equipe.

Encouraging for Newcastle is Gladbach's willingness to sell the centre-forward, who has a deal to 2023.

The stumbling block will be the player and whether he can convinced about joining Newcastle's battle against the drop.