A very busy few days on Tyneside has seen Newcastle United lose two of their brightest prospects to satisfy PSR. Yankuba Minteh and Elliot Anderson have joined Brighton and Nottingham Forest respectively, whilst goalkeepers John Ruddy and Odysseas Vlachodimos have moved to St James’ Park.
The transfer window has been open for more than a fortnight and whilst there has been plenty of movement both in and out of the club in recent times, Newcastle are yet to really spend money on new players. Lewis Hall’s loan move has been turned into a permanent stay whilst Lloyd Kelly has joined on a free transfer.
However, that doesn’t mean that the Magpies haven’t been linked with signing a whole host of players this summer as the club look to strengthen the options available to Howe. The Magpies could look to strengthen in all areas of the pitch and could have a very exciting transfer window before it closes on Friday 30 August.
Here, we take a look at what Newcastle United’s matchday squad could look like next season based on all the latest transfer rumours. What do you make of this team? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there.
1. Nick Pope
Pope has been brilliant since signing from Burnley and will be pushing to remain as Newcastle’s no.1 next season if he can stay fit. The new signings will likely act as cover for him. | Getty Images
2. Tino Livramento
Livramento impressed in his debut season at St James’ Park and may stake a claim to be Newcastle United’s starting right-back next season. Photo: Stu Forster
3. Fabian Schar
Schar has been one of Newcastle’s stand out performers this season and has shown his immense quality game after game. They may look to sign another centre-back in summer, but they will have to do very well to dislodge the Swiss international. | AFP via Getty Images
4. Lloyd Kelly
Kelly has reunited with Howe and could push for a starting spot. He can play at left-back as well as centre-back and will provide great depth and competition for players like Dan Burn, Sven Botman and Hall. | AFP via Getty Images