The club, which has re-signed loanee Matt Targett on a permanent deal, is pushing to sign striker Hugo Ekitike and defender Sven Botman.
Eddie Howe is keen for the club to do as much of its business in the early part of the window as possible. United’s head coach will welcome back his players for the start of pre-season training on July 1, and the hope is that there’ll be at least one new face at the club’s training ground, which is being extended this summer, at the start of next month.
However, Newcastle face competition from AC Milan for Lille’s Botman, and Ekitike – who scored 10 goals for Stade de Reims last season – is looking to assurances on playing time.
Co-owner Ghodoussi replied to one tweet about the club’s progress in the transfer market with four-word message. Ghodoussi tweeted: “Patience is a virtue.”
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5. DUBLIN, IRELAND - MARCH 29: Nathan Collins of Ireland in action during the international friendly match between Republic of Ireland and Lithuania at Aviva Stadium on March 29, 2022 in Dublin, Ireland. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/Getty Images)
Burnley will only listen to offers of £25m or more for centre-back Nathan Collins. Leeds United, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United have all been credited with interest. (Mirror) | Getty Images
6. Raphinha close to Arsenal move
Leeds United star Raphinha is ‘very close’ to sealing a switch to Arsenal and is hoping to push through a move this week. (Goal) | Getty Images
7. Albion wrap up Baker-Boaitey deal
Benicio Baker-Boaitey has completed a permanent transfer to Brighton from FC Porto after initially joining on loan in January. The winger was formerly on the books at West Ham. (Various) | Getty Images
8. Toon in Ekitike talks
Newcastle United remain locked in talks with Reims Hugo Ekitike over a move to Tyneside. A fee of £30.6 million has already been agreed. (Chronicle) | AFP via Getty Images