Eddie Howe reportedly stated earlier and confirm top priority list player must be sign following talks which is set to continue this week after an initial bid turned down.
After scoring nine goals in 38 appearances while on loan at Southampton last season, the 20-year-old striker has drawn a lot of interest from teams all across the Premier League.
The Albanian attacker has drawn interest from West Ham United and Everton, but Newcastle’s first request to loan the player to Chelsea was denied.
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According to The Express, Broja will meet with Blues co-owner Todd Boehly this week to talk about his future.
Newcastle would have to submit a permanent bid for Broja in order to acquire his services. West Ham is apparently considering making a bid, while Everton has also discussed a potential £30 million transfer.
Before making a choice for Chelsea, manager Thomas Tuchel wants to examine Broja more closely ahead of the upcoming Premier League season.
However, the Slough-born striker is anxious to settle his future as he seeks to play regularly for the first team in the Premier League.
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Newcastle have emphasised Broja as a potential prospect to challenge with Callum Wilson and Chris Wood for the attacking position at St James’s Park after backing away from a deal for Reims forward Hugo Ekitike.
Eddie Howe, who is trying to expand his choices out wide, would have another choice thanks to his adaptability as a wide player.
So far this summer, Matt Targett, Nick Pope, and Sven Botman have all signed with Newcastle on long-term deals.
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