This summer could be a very busy one on Tyneside with huge numbers of players in and out expected.
The Saudi-led takeover of the club means that Newcastle now have great resources to use in the transfer market - but spending big money on one player doesn’t necessarily guarantee success.
Newcastle may break their transfer record this window, but fans will want to see money spent wisely and not just thrown at a big name player because of ‘name value’.
So what can Newcastle learn from other Premier League sides if they are to spend big on players this summer?
Here, using data provided by Transfermarkt, we take a look at each Premier League club/s record transfer and assess how their time at the club has panned out.
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17. Liverpool
Virgil Van Dijk joined Liverpool for £76,000,000 in January 2018. His signing was an inspired choice for the Reds who have won one Premier League title and added another Champions League trophy to their cabinet since the Dutchman’s arrival. Photo: Naomi Baker
18. Manchester United
Paul Pogba joined Manchester United for £94,500,000 in August 2016. Much like his first stint at the club, Pogba has often flattered to deceive and the Frenchman will leave on a free transfer this summer. Photo: OLI SCARFF
19. Chelsea
Romelu Lukaku joined Chelsea for £101,000,000 last summer. Despite all the hype surrounding his return to Stamford Bridge, things just haven’t clicked for the Belgian who could leave the club this summer. Photo: Clive Rose
20. Manchester City
Jack Grealish joined Manchester City for £105,000,000 last summer. His first season at the Etihad Stadium saw him bag six goals and four assists in 39 appearances in all competitions. Photo: Mike Hewitt