Newcastle United weigh up Bilal El Hannous due to disagreements with Lille over Matias Fernandez-Pardo fee

Newcastle United are keenly considering 22-year-old Moroccan attacking midfielder Bilal El Hannous as a potential boost to their frontline. According to reports from Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna, interest in El Hannous has been kindled by significant obstacles in talks with French side Lille regarding winger Matias Fernandez-Pardo.

The Magpies tabled an official bid of €60 million, but Lille are holding out for a fee of at least €70 million. This €10 million disparity has stalled negotiations, prompting Newcastle's scouting department to act quickly, turning their attention to the creative leader of Morocco's national team.