Fulham, Sheffield Wednesday, Derby County and Huddersfield Town are all said to tracking Newcastle United’s Jacob Murphy according to The Sun.
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce is looking to trim certain areas of his squad and Murphy has fell out of favour in recent times whilst also spending the second half of last season on loan at West Bromwich Albion.
Murphy could be tempted by another loan spell in the second tier of English football as he bids to gain regular first team football.
Relegated clubs Fulham and Huddersfield have shown an interest as well as promotion pushing Derby County. All four Championship clubs are looking to strengthen their squads as they aim to push towards the top of the table.
The winger made 15 appearances in the Championship for West Brom last season, scoring two goals in the process. He was a regular starter under Darren Moore although some of his performances were largely inconsistent and it isn’t thought that the Baggies are keen on bringing him back to the Hawthorns this season.
Murphy has another two years left to run on his contract at Newcastle and it remains to be seen if any loan away from St James’ Park will include a purchase option.
The 24-year-old’s career has somewhat stalled with the Magpies and another season in the Championship may benefit his progression rather than continue spending time on the Newcastle bench.
On his day Murphy can be a threat with his pace down the wing but he will need to produce on a more consistent basis if he is to succeed in locking down a starting berth with the Toon.
