Newcastle United are interested in signing Rayo Vallecano manager Paco Jemez.

The Express suggests that the 45-year old, who has led the La Liga minnows to their most successful spell in the top flight, has emerged on the radar of the Magpies.

Newcastle's form has suffered since caretaker manager John Carver took over and a run of two wins in their last 16 games has prompted the search for a new boss in the summer.

Las Palmas-born former Spain international Jemez played for Deportivo La Coruna and Real Zaragoza during his playing days.

He has attracted the attention of the Toon after leading Madrid-based Vallecano to eighth in La Liga on a meek budget.