Newcastle United are struggling to find a deal for AC Milan striker Krzysztof Piatek.

The Toon are the only club willing to buy the Polish striker, 24, outright after Spurs pulled out of the running for his signature, says The Sun.

However, Piatek would only consider a move to a club in Champions League contention.

He will stay in Milan to fight for a place rather than gamble on a Premier League club outside the elite.

Piatek's agents have been to England to check out the market, but his £35million fee is making it hard.

Steve Bruce wants another frontman to fire his side to Premier League safety and ease the burden on flop Joelinton.