Newcastle have joined the pursuit for Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount.
The England star's deal expires in summer 2024 and he has rebuffed multiple contract offers from the club.
The Blues are determined not to lose Mount for nothing when his deal runs out and so if an extension cannot be agreed this summer, they will look to sell him.
Liverpool are keen on the 24-year-old, but Sportsmail understands Newcastle are also now in the hunt.
The Magpies have among the deepest pockets in world football because of their highly controversial Saudi Arabian owners.