Newcastle United are one of several Premier League clubs, including Chelsea, Tottenham, Aston Villa, Brentford, and Brighton, to have sent scouts to watch 18-year-old French U21 international striker Mohamed Kader Meite in recent weeks. It is understood that Crystal Palace are the leading club in pursuit of Meite and have already made an enquiry this month. The Saudi club Al-Hilal submitted a bid of €40m (£35m) for Meite, but it is understood that the player is not convinced that a move to Saudi Arabia is the correct step for his career. Meite is aware of the increasing admiration for him but believes a summer transfer is a more realistic scenario. In the current Ligue 1 season, Meïté has 3 goals and 2 assists in 16 appearances. His contract with Rennes expires in June 2028 and his Transfermarkt market value is €10.00m.