Here's how a Newcastle United starting XI of players they've been linked with January moves for could look
Newcastle United’s Saudi Arabia-backed takeover has resulted in rampant speculations and rumours about players the club could potentially land when the January transfer window opens.
By Martyn Simpson
Published 12th Oct 2021, 15:13 BST
Updated 12th Oct 2021, 15:30 BST
Among the stars linked have been some of Europe’s most familiar names, several England internationals and a good few up and coming talents.
The new owners are expected to go on a spending spree when the market reopens and although it’s unlikely the will look to overhaul the current squad from 1-to-11, there are certainly going to be a good few changes.
Here is how a Newcastle United starting XI of only players they have been linked with moves for could look:
Here is how a Newcastle United starting XI of only players they have been linked with moves for could look:
9. LW - Gareth Bale
Reports from Spain are suggesting that Bale could be United's "statement" signing of the January transfer window with his Real Madrid contract set to expire in 2022 Photo: Aitor Alcalde
With money no object to the current owners, a fee reportedly upwards of £140mil could provide no issues for the former Liverpool play maker who has been linked with the Magpies way back when the first takeover bid entered the news 18 months ago Photo: David Ramos
The French striker is another top level talent who will be out of contract next year and Newcastle new spending power could lure him away from Arsenal in January according to recent reports Photo: Julian Finney