Newcastle United are chasing Lyon midfielder Clement Grenier.
The Daily Star Sunday says through chief scout Graham Carr's contacts, have made a succession of signings from France.
And they are now eyeing attacking-midfielder Grenier, 23, who is valued at about £10million.
Grenier has also attracted past interest from Arsenal and Tottenham.
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