Newcastle United could suffer a major blow to their summer transfer plans if Sven Botman signs for AC Milan. The Magpies had a number of bids knocked back in January and the Serie A outfit have emerged as the frontrunners for his signature.
According to Fabrizo Romano, Milan are "really close" to agreeing a deal for the Dutch centre-back, with Botman keen on a move to the league leaders. The 22-year-old is believed to be keen on a move to Italy with the Rossoneri the favourites for his signature.
Newcastle would be able to offer a better financial package than the Italian outfit given their recent takeover, but the lure of Champions League football may prove too strong with Milan in pole position. It's unclear whether the Magpies would go back in for Botman in the summer.
