Newcastle United have reportedly turned their attentions to Liverpool target Khephren Thuram as they eye a move for a midfielder.
Liverpool are set to make at least one more midfield signing after capturing Alexis Mac Allister with Khephren Thuram on the long list of targets for Jurgen Klopp and Jorg Schmadtke.
Eddie Howe was interested in bringing Inter Milan star Nicolo Barella in a rumoured £50 million deal, but the Magpies reportedly have switched their sights elsewhere.
Barella is reportedly not keen on a move to the North East and Howe is hoping to capitalise on Liverpool not yet agreeing a deal for Frenchman Thuram.
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According to Football Insider, the Magpies are searching for alternatives to the Champions League finalist and could rival Liverpool for Thuram.
Thuram is currently on international duty with France for the U21 European Championship which kicks off on July 21 and could hold up any potential deal for the Nice midfielder. Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Manu Kone is also on Liverpool's shortlist and will also feature at the tournament.
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