But in the meantime, the Magpies and their fellow top-flight continue to be linked with a host of new signings for when the transfer window re-opens.
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:
1. Leeds set to rival Chelsea
Leeds United are ready to rival Chelsea for Metz star Habib Diallo. He was reportedly subject of a £17m bid by the Blues in January. (LeFoot) | Getty Images Photo: GERARD JULIEN
2. Club-record deal in doubt
LA Galaxy have walked away from talks regarding a potential club-record deal for Burnley defender Ben Gibson. (The Sun) | Getty Images Photo: Ian MacNicol
3. He only joined Barca last month…
Everton and Crystal Palace are keen on Barcelona forward Martin Braithwaite with the La Liga giants prepared to offload him for £15m. (Sport) | Getty Images Photo: Alex Caparros
4. Gunners target Danish talent
Arsenal have registered an interest in Brondby midfielder Anis Ben Slimane. The Danish club have set his asking price at £4.6m. (BT - in Denmark) | Getty Images Photo: ISABEL INFANTES