Money is understood to be tight following the £20million+ arrival of Joe Willock but Bruce remains keen to strengthen his squad.
Bruce said: “We’ll see if there is anyone who can make us better. If there is, then we’ll try.”
That said, there is still time for players to leave Tyneside too.
Here, we pick out 10 deals that United COULD do before the transfer deadline on Tuesday, August 31:
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9. ALLAN SAINT-MAXIMIN - SALE
To reassure Newcastle fans, the likelihood of this occurring is low, but it’s certainly an exit that has been rumoured. Naturally, Saint-Maximin was disappointed with the lack of progress in the transfer market but Willock’s return has got him feeling a whole lot better. Photo: George Wood
10. SANTIAGO MUNOZ - BUY
No, this isn’t a joke! Reports in Mexico say Munoz, whose name is virtually identical to the famous character Santiago Munez from the movie GOAL!, is close to moving to St James’s Park. Now, all we need is a Gavin Harris... Photo: Manuel Guadarrama