Newcastle remain confident of a deal for Reims striker Hugo Ekitike.

The Magpies came close to signing the 19-year-old in the January transfer window but are hopeful of getting a deal over the line this summer.

Sky Sports says Newcastle are in discussions with the striker's representatives about a five-year contract and are also still negotiating a transfer fee with Reims.

It is claimed that a figure of around £25.6million is on the table for Ekitike, who is regarded as one of the best young talents in Europe.

The France Under-20 international enjoyed a breakthrough campaign at Reims in 2021-22, scoring 10 goals in 24 appearances in Ligue 1. No other teenager found the net more in Europe's top five leagues.