According to Portuguese outlet Record, Newcastle United are interested in signing Benfica right-back Andre Almeida, but they face stiff competition for his signature from Leicester City and Brighton and Hove Albion.
The Sun earlier reported that Wolverhampton Wanderers, Everton and Southampton are also keen on the 28-year-old who craves a move to the top-flight.
Newcastle need to strengthen at right-back, and Almeida will be a perfect fit given his quality and experience.
The £8 million-rated defender helped Benfica win the Liga NOS title last season with 11 assists and two goals in 33 appearances.