The transfer mill is churning once again, with Newcastle believed to be lining up a move for Gabriel Morais Silva Bontempo, the midfielder from Santos. Sources close to the club suggest they are exploring options to reinforce their squad ahead of the run-in. Nottingham and Bournemouth have not withdrawn their interest and could still influence the outcome. In season 26/27, Newcastle are conceding 1.6 goals per game (16 in 10 games), which points to a lack of control in midfield. Gabriel Morais Silva Bontempo would be expected to calm things down and protect the back line better. Newcastle have recently been linked with Koni De Winter, Thierno Barry and William Lankshear while Santos have had no rumoured targets. More on this story as it develops. Need more Newcastle transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Newcastle.