However, that hasn’t prevented Newcastle United and their Premier League rivals from being linked with a host of new signings and potential outgoings.
And as ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from around the Premier League – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
9. Toon takeover edges closer
Newcastle United are ‘about to be sold’ by Mike Ashley, with sources claiming a deal is hopeful of being announced by May. (Eurosport France) Photo: Catherine Ivill
10. Magpies submit bid for Villa ace
The Magpies have made a bid for Aston Villa midfielder Mahmoud Trezeguet, according to Egyptian journalist Omar Rabie Yassin (@omarrabieyassin) Photo: PAUL ELLIS