Brendan Rodgers previously backed Newcastle United target Harvey Barnes to become a “top player” in the coming years. A report by The Sun claims the Leicester City midfielder is on United’s radar as Eddie Howe aims to bolster his attacking options.
Progress has been slow on incomings in recent weeks, with the focus switching to offloading surplus players to trim an oversized squad. Just under six weeks of the transfer window remain and Newcastle are eyeing offensive reinforcements.
The Sun suggest Toon chiefs are some distance from meeting the Foxes’ £50million price tag. Hefty demands have been placed on Barnes by Leicester to stave off interest from a direct Premier League rival.
