Newcastle United make Massadio Haidara bid?

Newcastle United have made a £2m bid for Nancy full-back Massadio Haidara, according to reports.

The Magpies face competition from Serie A side Roma, who are also believed to be courting the French Under-21 international.

Haidara has let it be known that he would prefer a move to the Italian capital, but Sky Sports News now reports that manager Alan Pardew has made the first move.

"I prefer Roma to Newcastle, as I prefer Serie A," TMW quotes Haidara as saying.

"I'd love to play in Italy, though Newcastle are also a good team."

The 20-year-old was linked with a move to Aston Villa in the summer.