Newcastle United are set to make their move in the race to sign Arnaud Lusamba in the near future, according to the Northern Echo.
Newcastle have identified Lusamba as a potential target in the build-up to the summer, with Steve Nickson now working on a getting a deal done.
Lusamba is currently a free agent, and Newcastle are keen to talk to the Frenchman to convince him to move to St. James’ Park.
Crystal Palace and Leicester City are both thought to be keen to land the central midfielder, but Newcastle are hoping that by moving so swiftly they can wrap up a deal ahead of the queue.
Newcastle now want to speak to Lusamba in the next fortnight, as they look to convince him to move to Tyneside.
If Lusamba does join Steve Bruce’s side he could be a potential bargain.
With finances tight around the footballing world, Lusamba presents an appalling option on a free transfer.
The 23-year-old has made 15 appearances for Nice in Ligue 1 over the past campaign, scoring once and claiming two assists.
Lusamba’s main strengths lie in his attacking qualities, and he could add creativity to Newcastle’s squad if he does put pen to paper.
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