Newcastle are interested in signing the French midfielder Maxime Gonalons this summer.
According to reports from Italy, the Magpies are keen on the experienced defensive midfielder who is available on a bargain.
Calciomercato claims that Newcastle are set to submit an offer in the coming days.
The 30-year-old is unwanted at Roma and the Italians are likely to accept a reasonable offer for him. He cost them £4.5m and Newcastle could sign him for a similar or lower price.
It will be interesting to see what happens in the coming weeks.