[Morrison]

http://www.teamtalk.com/teamtalk/New...088210,00.html

Newcastle have made a bid for highly-rated Atletico Madrid star Fernando Torres, according to the Spain striker.

The 21-year-old, set to lead the line for his country in this summer's World Cup finals in Germany, is expected to leave the Primera Liga club at the end of the season and he claims Atletico chiefs have informed him of a bid from Newcastle.

"There's always been talk about lots of clubs but I only know about one firm offer and that's from Newcastle because the club confirmed it to me," Torres told The Sun.

"I've never thought about listening to offers from anyone. I consider Atletico my home and I'm happy but you can't always be certain about what may happen."

Torres has scored 11 goals in 26 games this season in La Liga and has also been linked with moves to Chelsea, Arsenal and Tottenham.