The Championship stars that Newcastle United should target in January - including Fulham, Bournemouth and Manchester United players
Recruiting in January is notoriously difficult for clubs but could the Championship be the route to success in the transfer market for Newcastle?
After a disappointing summer where just one senior signing was complete, will Newcastle look to strengthen in January?
If they choose to do that, they may want to look at the success that former players Ivan Toney and Adam Armtsrong are currently enjoying in the top-flight.
Both Toney and Armstrong came through the football league to earn their places in the Premier League as the pair particularly excelled last season in the Championship.
The Championship has proven to be a breeding ground for great young prospects, as well as a place where players can rediscover form.
Therefore, as we creep slowly towards the January window, we have listed 14 of the very best Championship players that we believe Newcastle United should target in order to improve their squad.
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Both Toney and Armstrong came through the football league to earn their places in the Premier League as the pair particularly excelled last season in the Championship.
5. John Swift (Reading)
The Royals sit comfortably in mid-table, however, with a threat of a points deduction looming, they could be forced to sell off some of their biggest assets, and midfielder Swift is certainly showing why he was once a huge prospect in the Chelsea academy. (Photo by Ashley Allen/Getty Images)
Photo: Ashley Allen
6. Louie Sibley (Derby County)
Another side struggling with off-field problems are Derby County. The Rams entered administration last-week and if they are made to offload players, Sibley is certainly one Newcastle should be looking at. (Photo by Alex Morton/Getty Images)
Photo: Alex Morton
7. Chris Mepham (Bournemouth)
Mepham may see his career at a bigger club than Newcastle, and certainly, he has been attracting the attention of some of the ‘top-six’ clubs. However, with no move on the table yet, could Newcastle swoop for one of the Championship’s top centre-backs? (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
Photo: Catherine Ivill
8. Jed Wallace (Millwall)
Wallace is yet to sign a contract-extension at The Den and has been linked with moves to Rangers, Celtic, West Ham and Newcastle if he chooses to leave Millwall at the end of the season - a season which he has started in electrifying form. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Photo: Julian Finney