He is said to have been taking in matches in London to scout players for the Magpies.
Per Chronicle Live, he watched England take on Brazil, with a view on several Seleo players.
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Raphinha is one who may be available, while Juventus center-back Gleison Bremer is admired as well.
He was also at the London Stadium to take in Colombia against Spain, where left-back Grimaldo of Spain was the target of his scouting.
Grimaldo has impressed at Bayer Leverkusen this season, while he has a contract until 2027.