The Magpies themselves still have their own contracts to sort with the likes Federico Fernandez and Javier Manqillo out-of-contract soon. However, we take a look at NINE players believed to have expiring deals that Steve Bruce could be tempted by. Scroll and click through the pages to see who features:
5. Adam Lallana - Liverpool
Given Liverpool’s attacking options, the 31-year-old has been restricted to cameo appearances in the Premier League this season. His contract at Anfield is coming to end and it would be no surprise to see a host of clubs queue for his signature. Photo: Clive Brunskill
6. Nathaniel Clyne - Liverpool
Clyne’s horrendous luck with injuries coupled with Trent Alexander-Arnold’s breakthrough, the 28-year-old is set to become available at the end of the campaign as he searches to rediscover the form he showed in his early Liverpool days. Photo: PAUL ELLIS
7. Olivier Giroud - Chelsea
A player Newcastle wanted to sign on loan last month. Admittedly, it would be difficult to tempt Giroud to St James’s Park as he is expected to receive a number of offers from clubs around Europe. That doesn’t mean Steve Bruce won't try, though… Photo: GLYN KIRK
8. Aynsley Pears - Middlesbrough
The 21-year-old was on loan at non-league Gateshead last season. One year later, he has established himself as Boro’s number one goalkeeper and his rise has alerted several Premier League. Photo: George Wood