NEWCASTLE are planning a blockbuster free transfer swoop for Inter Milan star Marcelo Brozovic.
The Croatian midfielder is out of contract next summer, and free to speak to Premier League clubs in January.
The Toon are looking to bring in established superstars following their £300m Saudi takeover last month.
And SunSport understands the Magpies have Brozovic targeted as one of their first bigger signings next summer.
Newcastle are planning to splash the cash on both transfer fees and wages, as long as they beat relegation.
It is thought that initial contact over a deal has already been made with the entourage of the Croatian ace.
That was to see whether he would be keen on a move next summer, when his deal runs out in June 2022.
Brozovic is free to sign new terms with any club in the world from the start of February.
He would prefer to stay at Inter as he loves Milan and his family are settled in the city.
But the midfielder could be persuaded to leave if the lure of Premier League riches and a new project come in.
Talks of fresh terms with the Nerazzurri have stalled so far since they started months ago.
There is plans in place for new discussions this week, but no agreement has been reached yet.
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Meanwhile, it is understood Manchester United, Chelsea and PSG are all following the situation.
Brozovic wants around £5m-a-year, but Inter are reluctant to go beyond £4.2m at present.
The former Dinamo Zagreb man has scored 20 goals in 209 Serie A appearances for the club over six-years.
