Newcastle United could be set to miss out on Liverpool’s Lucas Leiva

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Newcastle United have made just one transfer throughout the summer window.

Newcastle United could be set for further frustration this summer, as Liverpool’s Lucas Leiva is now a target for Trabzonspor – according to the Daily Mirror.

The Northern Echo have reported that Lucas is on Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez’s wishlist, but they are now facing competition for the Brazilian’s signature.

Trabzonspor are believed to be willing to table a £5 million offer for Lucas, which matches Liverpool’s asking price.

If Newcastle are to miss out on another target, it could be a major frustration for Benitez.

Newcastle have struggled to get deals over the line so far this summer, with Christian Atsu the only permanent signing the Magpies have made.

The Independent have reported that Benitez has become frustrated with Newcastle’s lack of success in the transfer market.

And missing out on Liverpool’s Lucas could be yet another blow for Benitez’s plans ahead of next campaign.

Newcastle only earned promotion to the Premier League last term, but Benitez has lofty ambitions for the season ahead.