Interesting reports from France are claiming that Newcastle United have made an offer of around £20m for Jean-Philippe Mateta. The then 20 year old striker was first linked with Newcastle…

A Monday ‘exclusive’ said Newcastle were trying to sign Jean-Philippe Mateta, now Mainz have bid £9m.

Jean-Philippe Mateta is now reported in an ‘exclusive’ to be a target for Newcastle, the Lyon striker turns 21 in 10 days time,