Newcastle are reportedly eyeing up a transfer for Arsenal midfield Matteo Guendouzi.
The 22-year-old has fallen out-of-favour at the Emirates and is currently on his second year-long loan spell away from the club.
He spent last season at Hertha Berlin and has impressed so far this campaign at Ligue 1 side Marseille.
Foot Mercato have now reported that the new Saudi-led regime are interesting in bringing the youngster to St James' Park next summer.
It has been a hectic few weeks for the club following the takeover of the club from Mike Ashley - which made them the richest club football.