Meanwhile, the Magpies continue to work on key transfer targets behind the scenes, in what has been one of the club's most successful transfer windows in some time, with the likes of star striker Callum Wilson arriving for Bournemouth. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Premier League.
5. Foxes tipped to sign McNeil
Leicester City have become the firm, 1/4 odds-on favourites to sign Burnley's star winger Dwight McNeil this summer, with a flurry of bets suggesting the Foxes are close to getting their man. (Sky Bet) Photo: Pool
6. Blades favourites to seal Brewster deal
Sheffield United are now the bookies' firm favourites to sign Liverpool's Rhian Brewster this summer ahead of West Ham, although a potential move could transpire to be a loan deal rather than a permanent switch. (Oddschecker) Photo: Pool
7. Whites backed to win Rafinha race
Reports from Spain have claimed that Leeds United are the strong favourites to sign Barcelona midfielder Rafinha, amid reports of interest from both the Whites and Celta Vigo. (Sport Witness) Photo: Juan Manuel Serrano Arce
8. Fresh twist in Sancho saga
Despite reports suggesting Man Utd had made a breakthrough in negotiations for Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho, the club have been tipped to pursue alternative targets - including Atletico Madrid's Joao Felix. (Daily Star) Photo: Michael Regan