The Gazette reported last week that the Magpies had lined up a move for Manchester United's Brandon Williams, but the full-back now looks set to stay at Old Trafford.
But while one door closes, another one opens, and that could be the case with Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori.
Newcastle are one of the clubs, along with Leeds United and West Ham United, touted with a loan move for the England international.
And Blues boss Frank Lampard has perhaps dropped his biggest hint yet in regards to the player’s short-term future.
“Fikayo Tomori absolutely has a long-term future at this club, and we’ll see if and when he goes on loan,” said Lampard.
He continued: “There’s an absolute long-term plan for Fikayo in my head about his career here.
“And if it’s to go and play games it’s to absolutely enhance his personal development. Hopefully, help whatever team he goes to, because that will come hand in hand, and then come back to us a better player.”
Steve Bruce, under pressure from Magpies fans, has until 11pm on Monday, February 1, to strengthen his squad.
Although there are calls to sack the 60-year-old, his immediate future isn’t in any danger, so it’s very likely he’ll see out the remainder of the transfer window.
Meanwhile, a former Premier League loanee has played down speculation linking him with a move to St James’s Park.
Here’s a round-up of some of the other transfer rumours involving Newcastle, including Tomori, and their Premier League rivals this morning:
5. Blades urged to sign Carroll
Former Sunderland defender Nedum Onuoha has urged Andy Carroll to leave Newcastle and join Sheffield United. He said: “For me, somebody with a point to prove, because for the past couple of years he has not done much at all, even if it was to be a loan, is for them to bring in an Andy Carroll, so they have got an aerial threat.” (BBC 5 Live) Photo: Michael Regan
6. Derby made duo available for transfer
Derby County have made Louie Sibley and Jason Knight available for transfer amid fears of administration. Leeds tracked Sibley last summer, while Knight has been linked with Burnley recently. (The Sun) Photo: OLI SCARFF
7. Leeds monitor in-form Frenchman
A number of clubs, including Leeds, are monitoring Spezia striker M’Bala Nzola. The Frenchman has scored nine goals in just 13 Serie A games this season, prompting interest from clubs in England, Germany and Italy. (Tuttosport via Sport Witness) Photo: Giorgio Perottino
8. Traore rumours resurface
Leeds United want to sign Adama Traore from Wolves, however the Molineux club aren’t willing to see for less than £35million. The Spanish winger was signed from Middlesbrough for £18m in 2018. (Sport - in Spanish) Photo: Laurence Griffiths