Newcastle have held talks with Malaga winger Antonio Cordero over a pre-contract agreement.
The 18-year-old's contract with the second division club expires this summer.
Cordero, nicknamed Antonito, made his debut for Malaga in 2023 and has become a regular starter this season.
He has caught the eye in Spain for his impact at La Rosaleda, scoring four goals and setting up another six this season.
The 5ft 10in star bounced around various clubs in his youth career including Sevilla and Real Betis before landing at Malaga.
He has progressed well in southern Spain and represented the national team up to Under-19s level.