By Charlotte Daly For MailonlinePublished: 06:07 EDT, 18 August 2021 | Updated: 06:32 EDT, 18 August 2021Newcastle United have enquired about signing Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu on loan for the 2021-2022 season. Newcastle could be Ampadu's likely destination as the Magpies boss Steve Bruce regards him as a valuable addition to his defensive line. Bruce also missed out on the chance to sign Axel Tuanzebe, who signed for Aston Villa on loan following the arrival of Raphael Varane at Manchester United. Therefore, the Newcastle United manager is eager to acquire Ampadu's services for the 2021-2022 campaign. He also spent last season on loan with Sheffield United - playing in all three positions along the back, as well as in midfield.

Source: The Nation August 18, 2021 11:03 UTC