Newcastle have contacted Wesley Fofana's representatives and view the Leicester defender as a 'priority' January signing, according to reports in France.
The Magpies became the wealthiest club in the world after a Saudi consortium led by Amanda Staveley completed a £305million takeover of the club last week.
Since then they have already been linked with stars at Manchester United and Chelsea. but French outlet RMC Sport claim they are now also eyeing a move for Foxes centre-back Fofana following his impressive debut season in English football.
The France U21 international made 38 appearances across all competitions for the FA Cup holders last season and became a key member of Brendan Rodgers's side before winning the club's Young Player of the Year award.