The high profile players Eddie Howe is tipped to sign for Newcastle United in the January transfer window

Newcastle United Football Writer at NewcastleWorld

Published 16th Nov 2021, 12:00 BST

Updated 16th Nov 2021, 12:56 BST

Eddie Howe is preparing for his first game as Newcastle United head coach with Brentford the visitors to St James’s Park on Saturday afternoon.

There is no time for the former Bournemouth boss to settle as the winless Magpies occupy 19th in the Premier League table, five points from safety.

The key between now and January is to ensure United remain within a shout of staying up amid a brutal festive period.

All eyes are on this weekend but off the pitch, speculation continues to surround the January transfer window following the £305million Saudi-led takeover.

Here are some of the potential signings tipped by bookmakers BetFair:

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. LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 18: Eddie Howe manager of AFC Bournemouth embraces Nathan Ake and Andrew Surman during the Premier League match between West Ham United and AFC Bournemouth at London Stadium on August 18, 2018 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe. (Photo by Marc Atkins/Getty Images) Photo: Marc Atkins

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. Donny van de Beek: 14/1

Has barely kicked a ball at Manchester United since arriving from Ajax last year. The Dutchman reportedly wants out of Old Trafford. Photo: Michael Regan

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1. Donny van de Beek: 14/1

Has barely kicked a ball at Manchester United since arriving from Ajax last year. The Dutchman reportedly wants out of Old Trafford. Photo: Michael Regan