Howe not sold on Paul Mitchell suggestion but 'desperate' for winger to sign - Report

Newcastle's wait for a new right-winger continues and updates have arrived on two names linked over the past month or so.

The Magpies are very unlikely to sign anyone before Monday’s deadline, even if multiple sales occur, with summer moves far more likely when we'll have considerably more 'headroom' from a PSR perspective.

Mitchell, however, is keen to change our strategy to a more continental approach, taking a close look at many European gems who could develop into star players under Eddie Howe - only cost a fraction of the price.

Ligue 1 star not fancied by Howe?

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is not looking to take advantage of Rayan Cherki’s situation at Lyon despite interest from Paul Mitchell, according to GiveMeSport.

Our sporting director knows the French league well from his time at Monaco and will be well aware of the 21-year-old playmaker, who is rumoured to be available for £18m in light of Lyon's financial struggles.

Cherki's talent is not believed to be the issue, but there have been concerns over the Frenchman’s attitude and work rate, which could well explain why Howe is not fond of a move for the France U21 international.

Instead, it looks as though Cherki could be heading to Germany, with Sky revealing that Borussia Dortmund are in talks over a late deal.

Newcastle 'desperate' for Dibling to wait

Staying on the subject of talented young attackers, it's believed Newcastle, and Howe, are far more interested in acquiring long-term target Tyler Dibling, who has seen his stock rise at Southampton after a superb breakthrough season.

In light of growing interest from Spurs - The Telegraph say talks have taken place over a switch to North London - GiveMeSport report that Newcastle are 'desperate' for Dibling to delay any decision on his future until the summer, where we would be in a position to act.

However, with us seemingly forced to stand by and hope Dibling does not agree to any move over the final week of the window, Howe and Mitchell may be facing a nervous wait over the next few days, especially after seeing centre-backs targets Khusanov and Reis join Man City.

Sky Sports have reported that the 18-year-old has a £55m asking price on his head this month. This appears to be well beyond our immediate capabilities, but that January premium may come down if and when the Saints suffer relegation back to the Championship.