The Signing That Could Save Pardew's Face With Fans?

Last updated : 26 April 2014 By Footy Mad - Editor

The former Toon striker is set for the exit door at Stamford Bridge this summer, but rumour in London suggests he DOESN'T want a return to Tyneside.

Newcastle have drawn up a summer shortlist of targets with a striker sitting at the top of it.

United were interested in bringing back Ba on loan last summer but were quoted a £3million fee for his services this term by Chelsea.

Newcastle turned down the chance back then and Ba has since been used fleetingly by Jose Mourinho before being told he can leave after just a season and a half.