Newcastle United are in pursuit of extra bodies in attack as the transfer window approaches a crucial stage. With the Premier League opener on Saturday, Eddie Howe wants another addition at the top end of the pitch to ensure he has enough firepower for the gruelling campaign ahead.
As such, Newcastle have tried their luck with two offers for Leicester City's James Maddison in recent days. The Foxes are yet to give in and will demand close to £60m for their star attacking midfielder to depart.
United's midfield is already a tad bloated at present and Howe has been reluctant to play with an out-and-out Number 10 in recent months. As such, a move for Maddison feels quite unusual at this stage of the transfer window when fans are hoping for another striker or winger to be brought in.
