Cardiff City have made a formal offer to Newcastle United for winger Sammy Ameobi, according to Wales Online.

The Magpies speed merchant is out of contract with the Premier League club this month, but could be about to sign a new contract and then go out on a season-long loan deal.

Cardiff are keen to show their hand as they chase new recruits and regular football would be a realistic option at the Cardiff City Stadium, which would appeal to the player.

A number of Premier League clubs are also thought to be monitoring the situation with Crystal Palace, West Brom, Wolves and Everton all among the interested parties.

Spanish club Real Sociedad, were ex-Everton boss David Moyes is in charge, were also thought to be amongst the clubs considering an offer, but it does now look like Ameobi will put pen-to-paper on a new deal with Newcastle.

Ameobi has made 66 first-team appearances, scoring four goals in the process and actually played Championship football in 2013 during a brief temporary stint at Middlesbrough.

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