Newcastle United are planning a move for Chelsea youngster Reece James in the January transfer window.

The 19-year-old has made five appearances for the Blues this season as manager Frank Lampard has looked to youth.

And now Steve Bruce is keen to bring James to St James' Park for the second half of the campaign with the incentive of being able to offer frequent game time, ays The Sun.

Newcastle will contact Chelsea about the possibility of securing a loan deal for James.