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…
9. Dennis attracting huge interest
Newcastle United, Crystal Palace, Manchester United, Arsenal, Everton, Leicester, Brighton, Sheffield United and Watford are keen on a £25m deal for Club Brugge ace Emmanuel Dennis. (Walfoot.be) Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS
10. Benfica to demand £26m for Silva
Meanwhile, Benfica are unlikely to sell Newcastle target Rafa Silva for £15m and will instead demand around £26m for the Portuguese midfielder. (Sports Witness) Photo: PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA