Two deals have been completed on Tyneside this window whilst a plethora of other names have been linked with moves to the north east.
Whether it’s defensive options, players that will bolster the midfield or attacking threats, players from across Europe have been linked with a move to Newcastle this window.
Whether it is simply agents just touting their client around or genuine interest from the Magpies, it has been difficult to separate the delas that have a possibility of going ahead, compared with the ones that are pure fantasy.
However, as the window draws to a close, it does appear that Newcastle’s shortlist is narrowing.
Here, we take a look at the current state of play regarding Newcastle United’s pursuit of nine players that have been heavily linked with a move to St James’s Park before Monday’s transfer deadline:
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9. Todd Cantwell
When Cantwell was omitted from some of Dean Smith’s matchday squads, social media was sent into overdrive with the belief that he was on his way to St James’s Park. However, as we enter the final few days of the window, no official offer has been submitted for Cantwell. Photo: Justin Setterfield