The Uruguayan caught the attention of the English club.

Benfica striker Darwin Nunez fell into the sphere of interests of Newcastle, reports portal Tuttomercato.

Newcastle intends to strengthen attacking line in January and is considering signing Nunez. Magpies are ready to pay about 50 million pounds for the Uruguayan striker.

Atletico and Manchester City are also interested in signing the 22-year-old..

In the current season, Nunez played 22 matches in the "

Earlier it was reported that Newcastle also began negotiations on Atletico defender Kieran Trippier.