The Magpies have made no secret of the fact that they are looking to bolster their squad this month, but have struggled for funds and are yet to make any concrete progress in the loan market.
There’s still plenty of time for them to bring in a fresh face or two, however, and Leicester City midfielder Hamza Choudhury looks as if he is a main target going into the final hours of the window.
Steve Bruce has confirmed his side’s interest in the player, and it would appear that the 23-year-old is open to a move to Tyneside too.
According to Sky Sports’ Transfer Talk show, Choudhury is “keen on a move to link up with Steve Bruce at Newcastle”.
If the Leicester man does arrive, it could raise further questions over Matty Longstaff’s future at St. James’ Park amid ongoing interest from the Championship
The Toon starlet has emerged as a loan target for Watford, but the Shields Gazette understands that the 20-year-old is not expected to leave his boyhood club between now and the end of the day.
Still, if Choudhury were to arrive, don’t be surprised to see speculation involving Longstaff continue right the way up to the window slamming shut later tonight.
Those are far from the only deals that could be completed in the Premier League today, however, and we’ve gathered up the most transfer that are most likely to happen between now and this evening’s 11pm deadline:
9. Olivier Ntcham to Newcastle United
The Toon Army are said to be racing Marseille for Ntcham's signature. Another potential target as Steve Bruce continues his hunt for a midfielder. (Photo by Michal Cizek / AFP) (Photo by MICHAL CIZEK/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: MICHAL CIZEK
10. Ainsley Maitland-Niles to Southampton, West Brom, Leicester City or Newcastle United
The Arsenal 23-year-old has been heavily-linked with a move this month, with a number of top flight clubs said to be interested. (Photo by Alastair Grant - Pool/Getty Images) Photo: Pool
11. Rafa Mujica to Las Palmas
The Spaniard has been on loan from Leeds United at Real Oviedo for the first half of the season, but has barely seen any minutes and has subsequently been linked with a move to Las Palmas. A deal has been in the offing for days, and it should be wrapped up before the transfer deadline. (Photo by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Images) Photo: Dean Mouhtaropoulos
12. Edin Dzeko to West Ham
West Ham still haven't brought in a replacement for Sebastien Haller, and Dzeko has fallen well out of favour with Roma. The Hammers are said to be the only realistic destination for the Bosnian. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images) Photo: Paolo Bruno