Newcastle United are eyeing the son of cult hero Laurent Robert.

The Daily Mail says Thomas Robert - son of former Newcastle favourite Laurent - is open to a move to England this summer.

The 19-year-old is known to be attracting interest from a number of English clubs ahead of next season after he turned down a new three year deal at Montpellier meaning he is available on a free transfer.

Newcastle, the club his father scored 32 goals in 181 matches, are among the clubs monitoring the situation.

Robert, who was on the fringes of the Montpellier first-team, and now is seeking a move to a club where he can secure regular first-team football to aid his development.