Newcastle United will only pursue a reunion with Crystal Palace winger Andros Townsend if Matt Ritchie completes a move to Stoke.
Chronicle Live report that a deal will only go through if the Potters step up their interest in the Scottish winger.
Ritchie is being heavily linked with a move away from St James’ Park, but Rafa Benitez is in no hurry to sell the former Bournemouth winger.
The club have already reportedly rejected one £15 million offer for the player, with Newcastle’s asking price believed to be closer to £20 million.
Should Ritchie complete a move to Stoke, his departure would free up the position and necessary funds that would allow Newcastle to move for Townsend.
Townsend has been linked with a return to the club from the moment he originally left for Palace.
Benitez has tried to re-sign the player on numerous occasions, both during their time in the Championship and the Premier League,
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