Transfer talk surrounding Ruben Neves is intensifying, with reports suggesting Newcastle are monitoring the Al Hilal midfielder closely. The player has caught the attention of several scouts as other clubs prepare for a potentially active transfer window. Until a fee and conditions are finalised, the deal remains vulnerable to disruption - especially if Tottenham and Man Utd decide to make a formal offer of their own in the coming days. Newcastle are only scoring 1.0 goals per game (11 in 11) this season, which suggests they need more creativity in the middle. Ruben Neves would be seen as the link to raise the tempo and feed the attack. Reports suggest Newcastle are monitoring Kees Smit, James Trafford and Oscar Mingueza whereas Al Hilal have not been associated with other players at this stage. Want to see how the story develops? Stay tuned to PlayerSwitch for more news and transfer rumours just like this one.