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.
Eddie Howe's side were interested in the 19-year-old in January, but a move fell through when Ekitike wanted to finish the season in France.
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.