Chelsea look set to miss out on the signing of Borussia Dortmund wonderkid Youssoufa Moukoko. The 18-year-old has been heavily linked with an exit from the Bundesliga outfit as he enters the final six-months of his deal.
According to the Evening Standard, Newcastle United made a 'substantial verbal approach' for the striker, leapfrogging the Blues in their pursuit. The report states that Moukoko is thought to have discussed a deal worth over £150,000 a week to join Eddie Howe's side on a free transfer once his deal at the Signal Iduna Park expires in the summer.
It's said Chelsea and Barcelona are among several clubs also interested in the Germany international. The report added that Dortmund are actively looking to extend Moukoko's future and it was first believed that they would struggle to compete financially in the race for his signature.
