Newcastle United are reportedly tracking Brazilian teenage sensation Andrey Santos and could be ready to make an offer for the Vasco da Gama star.
The 18-year-old box-to-box midfielder has already gathered a big reputation in South America, leading to interest from big European sides including Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona.
But according to inews, the Magpies could steal in to land the midfielder due to their growing contact base and influence in Brazil where Santos plays.
The report claims that chief scout Steve Nickson is 'firmly embedded' within the region and as the club look to grow their status as a club.