Newcastle is keeping an eye on the 26-year-old former Premier League player ahead of the January transfer window.

Newcastle is keeping an eye on the 26-year-old former Premier League player ahead of the January transfer window.

Ruben Neves, a Portuguese international midfielder, could be a January transfer target for Newcastle United.

Summer commitment Because of his involvement in an illegal batting controversy, Sandro Tonali could face a lengthy ban, and Newcastle are currently considering alternatives.

According to 90 Min, the Magpies are keeping tabs on the 26-year-old Al Hilal midfielder and could make a January bid for him. During the summer transfer window, Neves completed a £47 million transfer to the Saudi pro league, and it remains to be seen whether Al Hilal are willing to allow his exit in the coming months.

He is not going to be cheap, and it remains to be seen whether Newcastle are willing to break the bank for him. The Magpies are one of the richest teams in the world, and the Saudi PIF could surely afford to overpay for Neves.

The 26-year-old has previously shown himself in the Premier League with Wolverhampton Wanderers, and the chance to return to England could be appealing to the player. In the middle of the park, he will provide defensive cover, inventiveness, and control.

The midfielder is at the prime of his abilities and has the potential to make an immediate impact.

Newcastle are in the UEFA Champions League and require great players like Neves to do well in various competitions.