Newcastle United are interested in signing Donny van de Beek from Ajax.

The attacking midfielder was previously linked to Manchester United and Real Madrid.

Now Newcastle, who will soon have Saudi ownership, are entering the race, according to respected Italian journalist Nicolo Schira.

The Magpies want to make a splashy signing to signal their intent, and they see van de Beek as someone who would flourish in the Premier League.

He suggests that talks are already underway between Newcastle and the Dutchman's representatives.