Ever since the Newcastle United takeover was complete, rumours, speculation and gossip about who they might be on the move to St James’s Park has been rife.
Whilst there has been a lot of noise surrounding the club, including about the future of boss Steve Bruce, it is clear that the new owners are prepared to take a slow and methodical approach to ensuring they get things right at St James’s Park.
One of the very first things that needs to be addressed at Newcastle is the desperate need for them to remain a Premier League club.
Reports have suggested that the new consortium will do this by buying proven Premier League talent in a bid to keep the club, who currently sit in 19th position, in the division.
But who could these additions be? As we all know, January is a notoriously difficult time to get transfers completed.
We also know that right now, Newcastle are not in a position to attract superstars to up-sticks and move to the north east.
However, here, we have listed one player from each Premier League club that Newcastle could, and possibly should, target in January or in summer to improve their current squad.
Have we got too carried away? Have we missed anyone out that you think Newcastle should be targeting?
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13. Manchester United - Anthony Martial
Ole Gunnar-Solskjaer’s summer spending has seen Martial drop down the pecking order. Much like Jesse Lingard, Martial may want to move away from Old Trafford in order to get game time. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
14. Norwich City - Max Aarons
When Norwich were relegated two seasons ago, it was assumed that Aarons would be snapped up by a Premier League club. His opposite full-back Jamal Lewis was, but Aarons stayed at Carrow Road. With another impressive season under his belt, surely it’s simply a matter of time before Aarons gets his move. Maybe he could give his cousin Rolando a buzz to ask about life on Tyneside? (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images) Photo: Ryan Pierse
15. Southampton - Mohammed Salisu
Southampton completed a major transfer coup by landing Salisu. One of Europe’s most coveted defenders, it was a surprise to see Salisu end up at St Mary’s. Assuming he progresses to the player everyone believes he will become, Newcastle would be mad not to take a punt on the defender. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images) Photo: Steve Bardens
16. Tottenham Hotspur - Joe Rodon
Sure, Spurs have some huge stars in their squad that Newcastle could go for. However, one player that seems constantly overlooked is Wales international Rodon. Rodon impressed greatly at Swansea City but has never been trusted at Tottenham - Newcastle could do a lot worse than adding Rodon to their defence. (Photo by Peter Powell - Pool/Getty Images) Photo: Pool