Reports earlier this week made Chelsea prospect Armando Broja the latest player to be linked with a move to Newcastle United. The Northern Echo claim frustrations in the Toon camp are growing over their attempt to sign Hugo Ekitike.
ChronicleLive understands a deal between Newcastle and Reims was close but the 20-year-old wants assurances before penning a long-term deal. The deal is not thought to be dead in the water but the Magpies will be forced to change tack should the saga continue to stall.
One player named as an alternative is Blues forward Broja, who has found first-team opportunities difficult to come by at Stamford Bridge. ChronicleLive has profiled the Chelsea man to analyse what supporters can expect if he becomes Eddie Howe’s third summer signing.
