Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing the Manchester City defender Rico Lewis at the end of the season.

The 21-year-old could be made available in the summer, and Newcastle are hoping to secure his signature. According to a report from the Chronicle, the player has fallen down the pecking order at Etihad, and they are prepared to cash in on him.

Lewis has shown his quality in the Premier League with Manchester City, and he could be an important player for Newcastle. The opportunity to play regularly in the Premier League will be quite exciting for Lewis, and Newcastle will be able to provide him with that platform.

The defender has a contract with Manchester City until 2030, and they could demand over £30 million for him.

It will be interesting to see if Newcastle is willing to pay that kind of money for the Manchester City defender. Lewis is a talented young player with a bright future, and he might be able to justify the investment in the long-term. The asking price might seem expensive now, but it could be a solid long-term investment for Newcastle.

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