Reports from both The Athletic and The Telegraph have outlined our interest in Summerville in recent months, with both revealing that the winger’s name has been discussed in recruitment meetings behind the scenes.

However, Romano reports that West Ham have made their move for the 22-year-old and submitted an ‘initial proposal’ to Leeds. It’s ‘still not close’ at this stage and considered a ‘very expensive’ deal, while AS Roma are also waiting in the wings if they fail to sign another Toon-linked winger in Matias Soule.

Summerville enjoyed a stellar campaign in the Championship last season, bagging 19 goals and nine assists over 43 appearances. Leeds fell short of promotion and a move for the wide man looks increasingly likely.

With Newcastle still seeking a quality right winger ahead of the new Premier League season, the club’s recruitment team may well be looking elsewhere, especially when the majority of his minutes in England have come down the left