Newcastle have reopened talks with Brentford over an improved £40m deal for striker Yoane Wissa.
Following an impasse in talks that has threatened the deal, both clubs are now in direct talks – with Newcastle proposing a £35m initial fee plus a further £5m in add-ons.
The Magpies' previous bid for the 28-year-old was worth up to £30m.
It is understood Wissa held talks with Brentford's owner Matthew Benham on Tuesday, a development that prompted today's discussions.
Earlier this week, Wissa removed all association with Brentford from his Instagram account as his future took a fresh twist.