Newcastle United have endured a mixed transfer window so far.
For all of their successes and promising leads, there have also been a number of frustrating pursuits that have ultimately failed to come to fruition.
But with the window hurtling towards its conclusion, there are still several irons in the fire, and we’ve taken a look at how the Toon Army could line up with a combination of their new signings and the players they’re still being linked with...
5. LB: Mitchel Bakker
Another defender said to be on the Toon Army’s radar, the Bayer Leverkusen full-back was at PSG as recently as last year. (Photo by Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Getty Images) | Getty Images
6. CM: Bruno Guimaraes
With a deal for the Brazilian seemingly edging closer to completion, that Toon Army look to have pulled off a major coup. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) | Getty Images
7. CM: Joelinton
Joelinton has been a revelation since making the shift into midfield, and looks likely to retain his spot for the foreseeable future. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) | Getty Images
8. CM: Dele Alli
With a deal for Jesse Lingard seemingly off the table, the Magpies have been heavily linked with a move for Alli. The midfielder is out of favour at Tottenham and looks increasingly as if he will be on his way out of the club. (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images) | Getty Images