Newcastle Aim to Beat Watford to Sign Brazilian Ace Amid Claims Player Prefers St James' Park Switch

​​Newcastle United are believed to be vying with ​Watford to secure the services of Lille midfielder Thiago Maia, who is thought to be favour a switch to St James' Park over a move to Vicarage Road. According to French outlet ​Le 10 Sport, both clubs have made offers in the region of €20m for the Brazilian U23 international, but the Ligue 1 side are thought to be holding out for at least €25m. The report claims that Maia would favour a move to Newcastle, but Watford could still land the... Via All the latest breaking football news, transfer rumours, analysis, and match reports - 90min http://www.90min.com/