The Magpies were linked with an approach for their former striker - but it is understood that the story has no foundation.
Footballdirectnews quoted a ‘club insider’ as saying: “Demba was a terrific player for us and we'd love to have him back.
"I think even if we manage to keep [Loic] Remy there'll be another player brought in upfront."
NUFC admitted the story is fabrication.