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The January transfer window closes at 11pm and Newcastle United have concluded just one first-team signing this month. Alfie Harrison has joined from Manchester City but isn’t expected to have a major role within the first-team between now and the end of the campaign, however, injury issues may mean Harrison could feature more than initially predicted.
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 meant the club were forced to shop in the free agent and loan markets in order to strengthen their squad this winter.
Despite very little movement into the club, a whole host of players were linked with a move to St James’ Park throughout January and are still being tipped to play their football at St James’ Park next season. Here, we take a look at what Howe’s matchday squad could look like based on all the latest transfer rumours:
9. RW: Morgan Gibbs-White
Gibbs-White has been tipped as a potential option for Newcastle United as a long-term replacement for Miguel Almiron. Gibbs-White is very versatile and can play anywhere in midfield or in attack. | Nottingham Forest FC via Getty I
10. ST: Alexander Isak
Isak’s injury issues mean fans haven’t really seen the best of him this season, but in glimpses he has been able to demonstrate his class and why they were happy to part with £63m to sign him last summer. He has been on fire in front of goal recently. | Getty Images
11. LW: Anthony Gordon
Gordon started the season in electric form and has reminded everyone just what a talent he is with a string of excellent performances. He has been one of Newcastle’s best players this campaign and will have a big role to play in any future successes the club has. | AFP via Getty Images
12. SUB: Nick Pope
Pope has been brilliant for Newcastle United since joining from Burnley and will be a first-team candidate for another couple of years, even if the club decide to sign a new goalkeeper in the future. | Getty Images