Newcastle United are preparing a new bid for the 46-nation striker

Newcastle United are preparing a new bid for Barcelona striker Ferran Torres in a bid to complete a transfer before the summer window closes, according to reports.

The Magpies are in desperate need of attacking reinforcements with Anthony Gordon and Miguel Almiron linked with a move away from the club, leaving Harvey Barnes, Jacob Murphey and Ryan Fraser as their only forwards.

Newcastle have been linked with Torres continuously this summer, but have so far failed to reach an agreement with Barcelona.

Eddie Howe’s side got off to a winning start to the new Premier League season, with Joelinton’s goal beating Southampton 1-0 on Saturday.

Newcastle are preparing a bid for Torres

According to Football Insider, Newcastle are planning a ‘tempting bid’ to try and lure Torres – Spain’s 46-cap Euro 2024 winner – to move to St. James’ Park this summer.

The 24-year-old finds himself behind the likes of Lamine Yamal and Raphinha at Camp Nou, while new signing Dani Olmo has the ability to play on the wing.

However, it is thought that Torres has no great desire to return to the Premier League and would be happy to stay and fight for his place in Hansi Flick’s side.

Barcelona, ​​however, are willing to listen to the offers, meaning they could push Torres – who has 25 goals and 13 assists to his name in 114 games since signing for Man City in January 2022 – unless there is a suitable bid from Newcastle. their desk.

Chelsea’s Noni Madueke is another rumored target for Newcastle and could return to him if he fails to work for Torres.