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Newcastle United are interested in Inter Milan defender Andrea Ranocchia, according to reports in Italy.

Calcio Mercato says the Magpies are among a host of clubs, including the likes of Everton, Tottenham and AC Milan, keeping an eye on the Italian international in a bid to bolster their squad in January.

Ranocchia joined Inter in 2011 and has made more than 120 appearances in his four years at the club but has struggled to find favour under boss Roberto Mancini in recent times.

A move away in January looks likely for the 27-year-old but it’s debatable whether the Magpies would splash out to land the 6ft 5ins centre-back.

Elsewhere, Calcio Mercato also report that AC Milan are interested in bringing Moussa Sissoko to Italy.

The Serie A giants are reportedly keen on the Frenchman but Italian media say the Magpies would hold out for €18m (£13.25m) for the midfielder’s services.