Newcastle United emerge as surprising candidates to sign Nicolo Barella

The Magpies are leading the race for James Maddison

Newcastle United are nearing the surprise signing of Inter Milan's sensation Nicolo Barella for 50 million Euros.

It has come a long way, as it looks like the deal has taken initial steps internally without any news. Barella's signing will certainly make the Magpies midfielder even stronger.

Despite Inter's 1-0 loss to Manchester City in the Champions League final, the 26-year-old was magnificent throughout the entire campaign.

Given how much the Magpies have grown in just two seasons under Eddie Howe, the purchase of Barella by the Magpies may be considered a stroke of ingenuity.

The majority of Howe's summer spending plan, according to the source, has been set aside for two midfield additions—Barella and James Maddison—in an effort to potentially rebuild that position alongside Guimaraes as Newcastle looks to keep competing against the usual top-six.

Even if Barella has been agreed upon, there is still work to be done before an announcement can be made. This is because negotiations between Newcastle and Inter have increased as a result of the Serie A team's loss to Manchester City in Istanbul.

If everything else can be worked out, Barella will become Newcastle's highest-paid player. The 26-year-old offers a significant statement of purpose for the team, particularly if Maddison joins him after Leicester's relegation.

The club has also received a large infusion of profit from the new ownership, strengthening its financial position in the transfer market.

Another factor contributing to their ability to bring in more players for the upcoming season is their Champions League qualification.

The Newcastle Magpies will have Bruno Guimaraes and the Italian midfielder for the upcoming season if the transfer of Barella is successful. Newcastle will also seek to compete in the Premier League.