Girona manager Michel Sanchez could be Newcastle United-bound in the near future.

The Magpies are currently being led by former Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe.

While Howe led the club to Champions League football, his team are struggling this term.

According to Marca, Newcastle's owners are considering swapping Howe for Sanchez.

The latter has Girona joint top of La Liga along with Real Madrid after the half-way stage.

Howe took Newcastle to the Carabao Cup final and fourth place in the Premier League last term.