Valencia are being linked with a surprise move for Newcastle winger Laurent Robert.
Robert´s future at Newcastle remains uncertain, with the Frenchman unable to command a regular place under Graeme Souness.
The left-sided midfielder has been left on the bench by Souness for most of the games he has been in charge of since taking over from Sir Bobby Robson.
Reports in France claim that the news has alerted Valencia to Robert´s possible availability.
Valencia see Robert as an ideal replacement for injured winger Vicente.
The Spanish international is still some way from returning and Valencia have struggled in Vicente´s absence.
Valencia are now pondering bringing in reinforcements to help arrest their recent slump and could move for Robert when the transfer window reopens.
Newcastle could be willing to let Robert leave for the right fee so that Souness can fund his own spending plans, although the uncertain future of Claudio Ranieri at La Mestalla could cast doubt on any move.
