Newcastle United are anticipating a hectic summer transfer window as they look to move on from what has been a season of contrasting fortunes at St James Park.
Eddie Howe is expected to allow several long-standing members of his squad to depart to make way for new additions - although the Magpies hierarchy are fully aware of the ongoing battle with the Premier League’s profit and sustainability regulations that have somewhat hampered recruitment plans in the not-too-distant past.
Although there is a focus on bringing in a defender and a forward, the Magpies are believed to have informed agents they are open to improving in every area of the pitch and they are casting their net far and wide in a bid to boost Howe’s ranks.
Players out of contract this summer are being monitored as are those that will enter the final year of their existing contracts and could be available for a cheaper fee than many may expect. The Gazette has identified 15 reported Magpies targets that face major decisions over their future over the coming weeks and months.
5. Scott McTominay - Manchester United
The Scotland star has been mentioned as a Magpies target on a number of occasions over the last 18 months. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. Denzel Dumfries - Inter
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding Dumfries' future. Newcastle are not short of right-backs, though. | Getty Images
7. Khephren Thuram - Nice
Another long-term target of Newcastle United, Thuram is not short of suitors this summer. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Zeno Debast - Anderlecht
The Belgian international defender was tentatively mentioned as a Magpies target earlier this year. | Getty Images