But in the meantime, Newcastle United and their top-flight rivals continue to be linked with a host of new arrivals and potential outgoings ahead of the transfer window re-opening.
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…
5. Spurs set sight on Dutch youngster
Tottenham Hotspur have set their sights on signing Feyenoord wonderkid Lamare Bogard, though face competition from Borussia Dortmund, Schalke, Juventus and AC Milan. (Football Insider) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
6. Rams set Bird asking price
Derby County have put a £5m price tag on Max Bird in light of interest from Chelsea. The 19-year-old has made 13 Championship appearances this term. (Football Insider) Photo: Gareth Copley
7. Mavididi dreams of Emirates return
Juventus forward Stephy Mavididi admits it would be a dream to return to Arsenal one day, two years after leaving North London for Italy. (Football.London) Photo: ROMAIN LAFABREGUE
8. Red Devils ‘best placed’ to sign Torres
Manchester United are ‘best placed’ to sign Valencia star Ferran Torres. Liverpool are also said to be keen with the La Liga reportedly willing to sell for £45m. (Marca) Photo: JOSE JORDAN