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Newcastle 'have made an approach for Chris Wood' and hope he will make the move from Premier League relegation rivals Burnley 'this week' to solve their goalscoring problems

Newcastle have reportedly made an approach for striker Chris Wood from Premier League relegation rivals Burnley.

The Magpies are expected to be busy this month on the back of their takeover, with Kieran Tripplier already joining the club so far during the January transfer window.

They are understood to be keen on signing a striker with Callum Wilson expected to be out of action for some time due to injury.

Newcastle are hopeful of signing Chris Wood from relegation rivals Burnley in the next week

The Telegraph have reported that Newcastle have approached the New Zealand striker and hope to sign him within the next week.