NEWCASTLE are weighing up a deal for Mali whizkid Cheick Keita after his stunning start in Italian football.
The ex-Monaco left-back, 20, had scouts flocking to Virtus Entella in Serie B after breaking into the first team.
Rafa Benitez is keen to add the youngster to his ranks Getty Images Keita is a target for Newcastle United Getty Images Toon boss Rafa Benitez is considering a deal to snap him up straight away before Italian clubs swoop.
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Bolton also watched him last week and Crystal Palace are monitoring his situation.
Juventus and Roma have been alerted to his performances and French clubs Angers and Le Havre are also willing to take him.
The Magpies are in line for an immediate return to the top flight Getty Images
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Benitez is hoping for an immediate return to the Premier League, as his side are challenging Brighton for the EFL Championship table.
They currently sit in second place, and trail the Seagulls by two points, who have a game in hand over the Magpies.
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