Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing FC Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen as an alternative to Crystal Palace s Marc Guehi.
Eddie Howe is currently prioritising signing a new centre-back, with Palace reportedly rejecting four bids from for the England international.
and despite the Magpies getting close by offering £65m, an agreement has not been reached.
It is believed that Howe s side are now contemplating walking away from a deal, despite Guehi being open to joining.
Their need for a new central defender has ramped up in recent days with Fabian Schar expected to miss three games after being sent off for violent conduct against Southampton on Saturday.
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