STEVE BRUCE is reportedly plotting two January deals in the shape of Fikayo Tomori and Hamza Choudhury to bolster his Newcastle side.
The Magpies have endured a spluttering season that sees them just about keeping clear of the relegation fight.
Tomori has played just 44 minutes in the Premier League this seasonCredit: Reuters
Understandably, Bruce is keen to add to his side this month but must do so on limited funds.
That’s seen him target Chelsea centre-back Tomori.
The talented defender shone in the first half of last season but has since fallen down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge, particularly since the arrival of Thiago Silva.
The 23-year-old, who picked up his first England cap last season, has managed just 44 minutes of league action this term.
According to multiple reports, Newcastle hope to bring him in on loan for the remainder of the season.
SunSport understands Chelsea have no interest in selling Tomori at this stage as they believe he could still mature into a top class defender, but are unable to give him game time as they mount a title challenge.
We also revealed that French side Nice are keen on bringing Tomori in on loan.
Bruce is also keen on a loan deal for Leicester midfielder Choudhury.
The Daily Mail report that the England Under-21 international has been offered to the Magpies along with West Brom and Southampton.
Choudhury, also 23, has seen his game time limited with most of his ten appearances this term coming in the Europa League with just three in the Premier League.
Choudhury has made just three Premier League appearances this termCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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