Newcastle United are said to have contacted the agent of a "special" player over a summer move to St James' Park.
Howe focusing on "big" Champions League prize
The Magpies were beaten 1-0 away to Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon, meaning they still haven't officially booked a place in next season's Champions League.
Newcastle qualifying for Europe's biggest club competition would be massive, both financially and in terms of the players they could attract this summer, with Eddie Howe speaking about the imporrtance of it after the game.
"We are in a strong position. It is in our hands and that is a positive. The prize is so big and everyone is fighting for it. We have worked hard to get the job done and now it is going to go to the end, and who knows what twists and turns there will be. We just need one more big effort."
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe before the match-1
Newcastle should still be confident about getting over the line and securing a top-five finish, though, and victory at home to Everton on the final day this Sunday would confirm their place back in the Champions League.
According to a new report from Foot Mercato [via Sport Witness], Newcastle have made contact with Gabri Veiga's agent over a summer switch to the club.
The 22-year-old is currently playing for Saudi Pro League club Al-Ahli, but a return to Europe could be on the cards, with Celta Vigo also keen on sealing a reunion with him.
The Magpies are in the mix and are "well informed" about what is needed for them to get their man, who is ready to leave the riches of the Middle East despite raking in roughly £10m a year in salary.
Gabri Veiga
Veiga could be exactly what Newcastle are after this summer, in terms of extra creativity in attacking midifeld areas, with the Spaniard lauded by Carlo Ancelotti in the past: "I like him, he is an excellent player who has something special."
At 22, it could be argued that he is wasting his time in Saudi Arabia, with all due respect, in terms of playing in a league that he is far too good for at this point in his career, and a move to St James' Park could be perfect for him.
Veiga scored 11 goals in 56 appearances for Celta Vigo, impressing in La Liga at such a young age, and he has also netted twice apiece for Spain's Under-21s and Under-18s.
His versatility allows him to thrive as a central midfielder, attacking midfielder and left winger, so Newcastle signing him could instantly add so much depth to their squad ahead of next season. He has the potential to mature into a top-quality option over time, providing great competition for places in both the Premier League and Champions League.