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Like many clubs in the Premier League, Newcastle United were very quiet during the January transfer window with only Manchester City’s Alfie Harrison joining the club. PSR constraints mean that the Magpies were forced not to spend as they attempted to balance the books.
The summer window could offer Newcastle another opportunity to strengthen Eddie Howe’s squad and whilst that isn’t open until June, the transfer rumour mill continues to swirl around who could make the move to St James’ Park this summer.
Here, we take a look at what Newcastle United’s matchday squad could look like next season based on all the latest transfer rumours. What do you make of this team? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there.
17. SUB: Ederson
Ederson has recently been tipped to join Newcastle United from Atalanta. The Brazilian has been compared to Bruno Guimaraes and would greatly strengthen the options available to Howe. | Getty Images
18. SUB: Harvey Barnes
Injury has prevented Barnes from showing exactly what he is capable of in a Newcastle United shirt until this point. Hopefully the former Leicester City man is able to do that between now, the end of this campaign and next season. | Getty Images
19. SUB: Yankuba Minteh
Minteh has enjoyed a solid loan spell at Feyenoord and will be assessed in the north east during the summer. If he is able to impress Howe, then he could be amongst the first-team picture when next season gets underway. | Getty Images
20. SUB: Benjamin Sesko
Benjamin Sesko has been linked with a move to Newcastle United and Liverpool in recent times. He has emerged as a potential option to help the Magpies provide cover for Alexander Isak. | Getty Images