Real Madrid Star For Toon?

Baptista was offered to Tottenham, and Blackburn are also interested but would struggle to cover the cost of his personal terms.

The player's representatives are also looking for a new club in Italy, with Roma and Fiorentina among the interested parties in Serie A.

Newcastle's link to  'the beast of Seville' is through technical director Jeff Vetere, who has maintained links with Real from his time working for the club as a scout.