Newcastle are plotting a summer move for Burnley midfielder Scott Arfield.

The Canada international has played a key role for the Clarets this season, making 26 Premier League appearances.

And his performances have attracted the Magpies, who are keen on the 28-year-old if they are promoted back into the top flight this season.

Scott Arfield is a transfer target for Newcastle, who are likely to be playing top flight football

Rafa Benitez is keen on making a move for the Burnley man, who has been a regular this term

Arfield's existing deal expires at the end of next season and Burnley are still to reach an agreement with the Scottish-born player over an extension.

Newcastle are currently top of the Championship, seven points clear of third-placed Huddersfield, and work behind the scenes has begun ahead of their expected promotion.

Arfield joined Burnley in the summer of 2013 after being released by Championship side Huddersfield.

The midfielder has played regularly for the Terriers in League One, but his appearances had dried up following the club's promotion to the second tier.