Newcastle United have reportedly been given the chance to sign Daniel Sturridge on a free transfer.
The former Liverpool and England international has been without a club since his contract with Trabzonspor was terminated in March 2020.
With clubs keen to avoid putting extra pressure on their wage bill due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 31-year-old was not regarded as an option by the majority of Premier League clubs in January.
However, according to 90 min, contact has been made with Newcastle to determine whether there is any interest in negotiating a deal.
The Magpies will be without top goalscorer Callum Wilson for at least six weeks due to a hamstring injury, putting pressure on a number of teammates who have been inconsistent throughout the campaign.
Newcastle sit seven points above the Premier League relegation zone ahead of their meeting with Chelsea on Monday night.
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