Newcastle United are reportedly considering a January move for Rangers wonderkid Cole McKinnon, and the 19-year-old could form a superb long-term partnership with Elliot Anderson at St James' Park.
What's the word?
According to The Sun, the Magpies have been tracking the teenage midfielder for some time and sent scouts to watch him play for Partick Thistle this season, where is currently on loan.
They suggest that the Toon are weighing up a bid for McKinnon, who has started the campaign in fine form, contributing two goals and one assist in 10 appearances for the Jags.
However, it may prove difficult to prise him away from Ibrox as he recently committed to a new deal with Rangers until 2025, so Dan Ashworth will do well to bring him to St James' Park in January.
Imagine him and Anderson
Anderson looks as if he could have a big part to play in Eddie Howe's side this season, having featured in three Premier League games already, as well as impressing in the League Cup win against Tranmere Rovers.
The 19-year-old academy graduate starred for Bristol Rovers in League Two last season, helping Joey Barton's side to promotion as he contributed seven goals and six assists in just 21 appearances, averaging a superb 7.64 rating from WhoScored for his performances.
Former Bristol Rovers team-mate Sam Finley said of Anderson: “He is unbelievable, a top, top player. I think he realises and everyone else realises, he is too good for the level he is playing at."
He must have impressed Howe in pre-season as the 44-year-old kept him at St James' Park this summer, and it seems clear that the teenager has a very bright future with the club.
The prospect of two talented teenage midfielders in Howe's squad from January, should McKinnon join the Toon, is surely an exciting one for Newcastle fans, especially if the Scottish youngster can live up to his obvious potential.
When McKinnon signed a new contract at Rangers, academy coach Craig Mulholland said: "He has an outstanding desire to win, is a supporter who cares about the club and we are all very excited to see him maximise the potential he has in the coming years here at Rangers."
Should he arrive at St James' Park in the next transfer window, and Anderson continues to impress, then the two could easily form a top partnership in Howe's Newcastle side for many years to come.