KV Oostende have been condemned to relegation from the Belgian top-flight, but there could be a light at the end of the tunnel.
Newcastle are in discussions with Oostende over a potential multi-club venture, with delegates from Newcastle visiting the club's KVO Stadium and training complex.
The Magpies are looking to expand their network in Europe, and it also believed that Oostende have held talks with fellow Premier League clubs Wolves and Bournemouth.