Newcastle United are closing in on the loan signing of Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham, sources close to the North East club have told ESPN FC.
Abraham enjoyed a fantastic season out on loan at Bristol City last season, scoring 26 goals in all competitions for the Championship club.
A number of clubs have expressed an interest to Chelsea in taking Abraham on loan next season, but sources said Newcastle are in pole position to land the England Under-21 international.
Chelsea were keen to get assurances from Abraham's suitors that the powerful forward would get enough regular playing time at whatever club they decided to send him to.