Chris Armstrong is thought to be a possible Newcastle United target after Bobby Robson was at Boundary Park to watch the game against Tranmere. The former England manager fuelled speculation that he was looking at £3m rated midfielder Jason Koumas but The Latics defender could also have been in the frame. The 21 year old has improved tremendously since former boss Andy Ritchie signed him from neighbours Bury in mid-October. He had only broken into the Shakers' first team last season and is now one of the most accomplished left-backs in the second division and possibly the most dangerous going forward. Armstrong has been The Latics man of the match several times this season and could be an instant hit with the Toon Army as he was born and brought up in Newcastle.