Hard work is continuing behind the scenes in order to bolster Steve Bruce's squad between now and October 5, amid takeover talk.
As ever, we’re sharing the latest rumours from around the top-flight – so scroll and click through the pages to see the latest news and gossip from around the web:
9. As is fellow Argentine striker
Meanwhile, Bielsa is planning a £20m swoop for Stuttgart striker Nicolas Gonzalez and is confident he can see off competition from European clubs. (Daily Mirror) Photo: Christian Kaspar-Bartke
10. Will he bid for Newcastle?
American businessman James Pallotta has agreed to sell Roma for £533m, a “massive boost” for Newcastle United amid reports he could launch a takeover bid. (The Sun) Photo: Paolo Bruno
11. Magpies keen on Colombian
Newcastle are interested in Zenit Saint Petersburg midfielder Wilmar Barrios, though face competition from AC Milan. (Winn Sports via Sports Witness) Photo: Epsilon