Transfer interest is building around Nicolo Barella, with Newcastle understood to be weighing-up a move for the Inter midfielder. While there has been no official bid as yet, the club may act swiftly if they decide to pursue the deal before the transfer window slams shut. Newcastle remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Man Utd continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. Newcastle look balanced this season - 1.41 goals scored and 1.44 goals conceded per game. Nicolo Barella would be expected to bring control and consistency to help push them to another level. Inter continue to be linked with Ibrahima Konate, Alejandro Balde Martinez and Curtis Jones while Newcastle are also rumoured to be tracking Bart Verbruggen, Hugo Bueno and Ousmane Diomande. Follow us on Twitter @PlayerSwitchCom and get the latest Newcastle transfer news and rumours direct to your feed.