Newcastle hope a potential move for Crystal Palace defender Joachim Andersen may be aided by the London club's pursuit of Torino defender Perr Schuurs.
The Danish centre back joined Crystal Palace in 2021 from Lyon for £17million, after a season in the Premier League impressing for Fulham on loan.
The Magpies are looking to boost their squad depth as they prepare for a season competing in the Champions League, and Eddie Howe has been plotting a number of moves in the summer window.
AC Milan midfielder Sandro Tonali is believed to be the club's No 1 transfer target, and sporting director Dan Ashworth and head of Steve Nickson have been locked in talks with Milanese executives over the potential £55m move.