Newcastle United and Everton are tracking CSKA Moscow striker Seydou Doumbia.
Izvestia says both Premier League clubs have been following Doumbia for much of the calendar year and are ready to bid for the striker in January.
CSKA rate the centre-forward at £18 million, which could prove too rich for either English outfit.
Former CKSA star Rolan Gusev said: "Of course, a player like Doumbia, could not fail to attract attention in Europe.
"He's achieved great results with CSKA."
