Newcastle are in talks to sign Stade de Reims striker Hugo Ekitike, although it is understood there is still a long way to go in completing a deal.
Newcastle want to add cover after being without Callum Wilson for four months last season because of injury.
Ekitike scored 10 goals in 24 Ligue 1 appearances last term for Reims.
He is currently representing France’s Under-20 international team in the Toulon tournament, with his side set to face Mexico in the semi-finals on Thursday.
Newcastle are also interested in buying a centre-back and have been helped this week by new sporting director Dan Ashworth being given permission to commence work immediately.
In January, Newcastle made an approach to sign Lille and Netherlands Under-21 defender Sven Botman. They have also been linked with Manchester City’s Nathan Ake, who previously worked under Howe at Bournemouth.
Botman, 22, has also drawn interest from Serie A champions AC Milan.
The summer transfer window will officially open on 10 June.
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