Newcastle United are reportedly interested in signing Carlos Baleba from Brighton, as they look to strengthen their midfield. The Magpies are also eyeing a deal for Hellas Verona right-back Rafik Belghali. According to reports, Newcastle are willing to stump up £12m for the 25-year-old right-back. Baleba has impressed in his time at Brighton, and his signing could be a major coup for the Magpies. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 12th in Premier League, 49 pts, 14W-7D-17L from 38 games, recent form LWDWL. Goals this season: 53 scored, 55 conceded (-2 goal difference). Title race: 36 points behind leaders Arsenal. The Magpies are in need of a new right-back after losing Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimarães to Spurs and Arsenal. They did at least get around £175m for the pair, so are eyeing up a deal for Baleba. The 25-year-old has been linked with a move to St James' Park, and it seems that the Magpies are willing to do whatever it takes to sign him.