But despite the noise, the Magpies are yet to make any breakthroughs. That said, it is worth remembering, it’s still early days, especially with Euro 202 taking place.
Nevertheless, transfer speculation continues to surround Steve Bruce’s side – and the bookmakers have weighed in with who they think the United head coach could target ahead of next season.
Some are realistic but some are, well, a tad ambitious or just extremely unlikely.
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1. LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 13: Harry Kane of England applauds the fans following victory in the UEFA Euro 2020 Championship Group D match between England and Croatia at Wembley Stadium on June 13, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Andy Rain - Pool/Getty Images)
Well, this is a bit of a shock… unless Mike Ashley has found £150m wedged down the back of the sofa. Kane is keen to leave Tottenham this summer and the two Manchester clubs City (6/4) and United (3/1) are among the favourites to secure his signature. Photo: Andy Rain - Pool
2. James Tarkowski - 33/1
Burnley will likely demand around £20-30million for the defender, with the bookmakers convinced he’s off to Leicester City (1/3). West Ham, who tried and failed to sign Tarkowski last summer, are 12/1. Photo: Gareth Copley
3. Tammy Abraham - 20/1
A long list of clubs feature on the bookies’ betting for the Chelsea striker, with Newcastle outsiders at 20/1. Photo: PIERRE-PHILIPPE MARCOU
4. Aleksandar Mitrovic - 16/1
Three seasons as a Premier League striker... three relegations. Mitro remains a popular figure on Tyneside but a return is surely out of the question. Roma (2/1), West Ham (7/2) and Besiktas (8/1) are all ranked as far more likely. Photo: Pool