Charlotte FC hopes to reach an agreement for Newcastle player Miguel Almirón | Transfer window

Charlotte FC are hoping to reach a deal to bring Newcastle full-back Miguel Almirón back to MLS.

Paraguay international Almirón was a target for Charlotte over the summer but ultimately remained on Tyneside, although seven of his 10 appearances so far this season have come from the bench as he fell down the pecking order.

Reports from the United States have suggested that an agreement has been reached with deputy director Christian Fuchs, a first division title winner with Leicester in 2016, confirming interest in the 30-year-old South American.

However, the PA news agency understands that while initial talks have taken place, an agreement has not yet been reached.

Almirón, who joined the Magpies in a £21million move from Atlanta United in January 2019, has also been linked with Brazilian sides Santos and Botafogo and Greek side Olympiakos.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has indicated the club is unlikely to be busy during the winter transfer window as they keep their powder dry for the summer, although sales of fringe players would ease pressure to meet the demands. profitability and sustainability rules and would perhaps create a measure of flexibility should the right deal become available to strengthen the team.