Source: Daily_Mail
Newcastle boss Chris Hughton eyes Toulouse defender Albin Ebondo and Torino's Raffaele Maiorano
Free agent: Ebondo would not cost the Magpies a feeNewcastle United are leading the race to sign Toulouse defender Albin Ebondo and Torino starlet Raffaele Maiorano. Chris Hughton has been told he will have to wheel and deal this summer with the cash-strapped Toon Army and free agent Ebondo firmly fits the bill. The 26-year-old saw a move to St James' Park collapse 16 months ago and is now also reportedly receiving interest from West Bromwich Albion and Stoke City. Newcastle also face competition for Torino youth academy forward Maiorano, who has also been linked with West Ham United, West Brom and Cardiff City. Juventus, Roma and Siena are also interested in the 18-year-old, but his agent admits a move to the Barclays Premier League is the preferred option. Massimo Vrenna, the representative, said: 'Maiorano is a diamond waiting for a big leap. We will try to take him to England, where many clubs have already shown they want him to play in the Premier League.' Coloccini stunned after Argentina boss Maradona drops Newcastle defenderTHE LIST: Top 50 managerial quotes of all time Nos 20-11Newcastle can thrive in the big time despite constraints, says HughtonHughton confident of summer signings despite owner Ashley's Toon warning