Miguel Almiron playing for Newcastle United (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)
Newcastle United are in the mix for Luiz Henrique, the 24-year-old star player who plays for Botafogo.
That depends Corriere dello SportWho say that although Fiorentina is leading the race to sign him, and that Newcastle faces competition from Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest, Zenit and even Lyon, despite their financial struggles.
Henrique joined Botafogo last year for 16 million euros after a spell in La Liga with Real Betis. Standing 6ft tall, he has won six caps for Brazil and can play on either wing or even up front.
Eddie Howe looks to upgrade Miguel Almiron's quality, Which has been linked to a return to America. Other names that could replace the Magpies striker include Tyler Dibling and Bryan Mbeumo, but they are thought to be too expensive at present.
With just two weeks left in the January transfer window, Newcastle have a short time to get some work done.
Where does Martin Dubravka's future lie?
The only man set to leave Newcastle is Martin Dubravka. The goalkeeper has reportedly decided to stay at St James' Park after the end of the season.
He was expected to join Saudi Arabia's Al-Shabab squad this month, and after Newcastle's impressive 2-0 win over Arsenal in the first leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final, Dubravka appeared to be waving goodbye to fans. However, things took a turn after the match, with manager Eddie Howe and sporting director Paul Mitchell holding talks which led to renewed discussions over the goalkeeper's future, according to the Daily Mail.
Dubravka has been instrumental in stepping up Nick Pope's injury-related absence, starting the last 10 matches, recording nine wins, keeping six clean sheets, and conceding just seven goals.
Although the 36-year-old's current contract expires at the end of the season, it is believed that a new contract on improved terms is now on the table.
