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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:
13. SUB: Fabian Schar
Schar has played a major role this season and will undoubtedly have a big role to play between now and the end of his stay on Tyneside. He has recently signed a new contract with the club. | Getty Images
14. SUB: Lewis Hall
Hall has often had to settle for a space on the bench this season. His loan move to Newcastle is still expected to be made into a permanent transfer in the summer. | Getty Images
15. SUB: Dan Burn
Burn will likely battle Livramento and Hall for a starting spot in the not too distant future. | Getty Images
16. SUB: Sean Longstaff
Longstaff has been very solid when called upon this season and is a very reliable option for Howe. | Getty Images