Newcastle are keen on adding to their attack this summer.
According to Express and Star, Rafa Benitez has identified Salomon Rondon as a target for the Magpies.
The Venezuelan is expected to leave West Brom following relegation and he has a clause in his contract that allows him to leave for a fee of £16.5m.
However, financial difficulties have forced Newcastle to consider a loan move for the striker. As per the report, Newcastle have submitted a loan offer for the player but WBA have turned it down.
It will be interesting to see whether Newcastle return with an improved offer for the player now.