Newcastle have opened talks with Milan over the potential transfer of Ruben Loftus-Cheek, who currently plays as a midfielder. Negotiations are active and ongoing after an opening bid was submitted, though there is reportedly still some distance between the clubs on valuation. However, discussions are said to remain open and constructive - as both sides explore whether there is a deal to be done. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Aston Villa and West Ham decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. So far this season, Newcastle are steady at both ends (1.52 goals scored per game, 1.29 goals conceded per game). The role for Ruben Loftus-Cheek would be to keep that balance while lifting performances across the pitch. Milan have also been linked with Radu Dragusin, Igor Vinicius and Nathan Ake while Newcastle are reportedly monitoring Alex Scott, Tarik Muharemovic and Rayan Vitor Simplício Rocha. Stay tuned for more details as the story develops. Need more Newcastle transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for news and updates as they happen.