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The January transfer window has been open for more than a fortnight and Newcastle United are yet to conclude a transfer. The Magpies entered the month with a plethora of injury issues that could have been solved with activity in the window.
However, FFP and PSR constraints mean the club will have to act smartly in the market and they may be forced to shop in the free agent and loan markets in order to strengthen their squad this winter. But who has been linked with a move to St James’ Park and would any of the rumoured additions be able to force themselves into Eddie Howe’s plans for the second half of the campaign?
Here, we take a look at what Howe’s matchday squad could look like after the January transfer window if all the latest transfer rumours are true:
17. SUB: Joe Willock
Willock has missed large parts of the season with injury and his absence has been felt among all the injury problems at the club. Whether it is in the middle of midfield or out wide, Willock’s versatility and dynamism has been a big miss. | AFP via Getty Images
18. SUB: Miguel Almiron
Almiron has come in for criticism in recent times for his end product in front of goal. Whilst that has been lacking this season, particularly compared to last campaign, he is still a big asset for the team. | AFP via Getty Images
19. SUB: Yankuba Minteh
Minteh has been tipped to join his parent club this month if their injury issues get much worse. Newcastle are unable to simply recall the winger from his loan spell at Feyenoord meaning they will have to negotiate with the Eredivisie side should they want to have Minteh at their disposal this season. | AFP via Getty Images
20. SUB: Callum Wilson
Wilson’s injury problems have meant he has been unable to string a bunch of games together. Isak’s performances also mean that when he is back fit, the Three Lions man may be forced to watch on from the sidelines rather than act as a regular starter. | Getty Images