Newcastle United are reportedly looking closely at Stuttgart midfielder Angelo Stiller as they continue planning a major refresh in the middle of the pitch.According to BILD, the 25-year-old Germany international has been identified by Newcastle as an ideal candidate to strengthen their midfield this summer.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CAUGHTOFFSIDE APP FOR ALL THE LATEST & BREAKING UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYThe Magpies are expected to be active in that area, especially after Sandro Tonali’s move to Tottenham and continued uncertainty around Bruno Guimarães’ long-term future.Stiller remains a Stuttgart player, but interest in him is growing. BuliNews reports that Newcastle are among the clubs pushing for information on a possible deal.Manchester United have also been linked with Stiller in recent months, adding another Premier League layer to the story.Stiller is a midfielder who is high in demandStiller is not the flashiest name on the market, but he is exactly the kind of midfielder who can give a team more control.He is calm in possession, reads the game well and can dictate tempo from deeper areas.That profile should appeal to Newcastle. Eddie Howe’s side have plenty of energy and physicality, but they need more balance if they want to compete properly in Europe and push back towards the Champions League places.Want more CaughtOffside coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustStuttgart are in a strong position because Stiller is under contract until 2028.There has also been talk of a €36.5m release-clause situation, although reports suggest Stuttgart may be able to buy that clause out and negotiate a higher fee.More Stories / Latest NewsFrom Spain: Salah offered chance to move to La Liga by ambitious Champions League clubJul 7 2026, 5:20After Fernandes & Tonali: Tottenham prepare ambitious £85m bid for attackerJul 7 2026, 5:14Newcastle United target midfield general who is admired by rivals Man UnitedJul 7 2026, 5:07Newcastle United face Man United competitionStiller would be a very smart signing for Newcastle. He may not arrive with the same hype as some Premier League-based targets, but his technical level and tactical intelligence could make him a perfect fit.The danger for Newcastle is waiting too long. Man United have been searching for midfield solutions all summer, and if they return seriously, the race could become more complicated.For Newcastle, this feels like the kind of deal they should try to progress early. Stiller is experienced, entering his prime and still young enough to improve.If the price stays reasonable, he could become one of the more intelligent midfield buys of the window.Manchester United ready to test Euro giants with huge offer for £85m starThe post Newcastle United target midfield general who is admired by rivals Man United appeared first on CaughtOffside.