AC Milan's Taye Taiwo, 26, has emerged as the potential answer to Arsenal's full-back shortage.

Newcastle are believed to be preparing a bid for AC Milan defender Taye Taiwo. Since Jose Enrique's departure to Liverpool in the summer, Newcastle have been operating without a recognised left-back.

Newcastle are tracking defender Taye Taiwo's situation at AC Milan with a view to making a loan move for the Nigerian in January.

Tottenham are interested in Marseilles left-back Tay Taiwo, who has entered the final six months of his current deal with the French club

Spanish side Hercules have made a move for Sunderland keeper Marton Fulop, while Black Cats boss Steve Bruce is running the rule over Marseille left-back Taye Taiwo