Meanwhile, the Magpies continue to work hard behind the scenes to secure further transfer targets, as Steve Bruce continues to build his own team capable of flying up the league table this season. Here's a look at all the players who SkyBet have priced Newcastle up with a shot of signing this summer, ranked from the longest to shortest odds.
9. David Brooks - Bournemouth - 16/1
With Bournemouth now relegated, the prodigious talent could well join the likes of Nathan Ake and Callum Wilson in jumping ship this summer. Leicester City (evens) and Man Utd (6/4) look the most likely to sign him. Photo: GEOFF CADDICK
10. Phillipe Coutinho - Barcelona - 16/1
When the takeover talk was at its peak, Newcastle were red-hot favourites to land the ex-Liverpool sensation. He'll probably stay with Barcelona now, with Arsenal (8/1) having the best chance of signing him. Photo: David Ramos
11. Troy Deeney - Watford - 16/1
Deeney looks set for a move back to the Premier League, with the Hornets willing to let him go. The Magpies are among the favourites, but he'll surely join West Brom (2/5). Photo: JULIAN FINNEY
12. Ross Barkley - Chelsea - 10/1
Chelsea have splashed the cash in style this summer, and are likely to sell some of their many midfielders to balance the books. Aston Villa (7/2) are favourites to sign him at the moment. Photo: Bryn Lennon