Following the completion of the Saudi-led takeover, Newcastle are braced for a potential spending spree in January to alleviate relegation fears.
Despite calls for patience and the consortium stressing that this is a long-term project, predictions recently have suggested that they could have close to £200m to spend on new recruits.
However, because their current 25-man squad is full, any incomings would have to be balanced by players leaving the club.
But who could that be and what sort of transfer fees could they expect to receive for some of these players?
Using data provided by Transfermarkt.com, we have listed the 16 ‘most valuable’ players in the current Newcastle United squad.
Do these market values shock you? Has anybody been over or undervalued?
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5. Freddie Woodman: £9m
The academy graduate made his Premier League debut earlier this season, however, injury has ruled him out of action since August. Rumours of a move to Arsenal swirled in the summer and you would think a bid north of £10m would be needed for Woodman to leave Newcastle. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood
6. Isaac Hayden: £9m
Hayden is another one of Rafa Benitez’s purchases that has appreciated in value since joining Newcastle. Despite playing in both defence and midfield this season, Hayden continues to be a key player for United. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster
7. Ryan Fraser: £9m
When the winger joined on a free transfer from Bournemouth, there were high hopes that he could transform Newcastle’s attack. However, injuries have plagued his time on Tyneside and according to Transfermarkt, Fraser is now valued at a third of the price he was valued at in December 2019. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Photo: Stu Forster
8. Jamal Lewis: £10.8m
Newcastle beat off the interests of Liverpool to sign Lewis from Norwich City last summer. Much like Fraser, he is yet to settle at St James’s Park but is still regarded as a valuable asset for Newcastle. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) Photo: Ian MacNicol