Newcastle United want Bodo/Glimt forward Mikkel Bro Hansen | OneFootball

Newcastle United have Bodo/Glimt forward Mikkel Bro Hansen on their wishlist heading into the summer transfer window, according to Danish outlet Tipsbladet.

Manager Eddie Howe will look to strengthen his attacking ranks in the coming weeks, and Bro Hansen is a target.

The Danish star is also on the radar of Barcelona, Manchester City, Chelsea, Juventus and Ajax.

He has scored 19 goals in his last 26 games, with seven goals and three assists in 12 games for Bodo/Glimt and 12 goals in 14 matches for Denmark under-17.

Bro Hansen is currently impressing at the ongoing European U17 Championship and scouts have been watching him.

Newcastle view Bro Hansen as a player for the future and he could join their youth ranks if he completes a move to St James’ Park this summer.

Bodo/Glimt sporting director Havard Sakariassen is a huge admirer of the the youngster and is confident he can star for one of Europe’s top clubs.

“He’s a very young lad and has wonderful talent when it comes to scoring goals,” Sakariassen told AS.

“He has the potential to become an international goalscorer. Since joining the first team, he’s adapted to the pace of training spectacularly. I think he has a very bright future.

“He has a knack for scoring goals. He’s not playing for Barca today, but he’s 16 years old. His performance during first-team training is incredible. That says a lot about his potential.”

Newcastle will hope to sign Bro Hansen, but their chances are slim after failing to qualify for Europe following an underwhelming season.