Newcastle United’s new starting XI gallery - if January transfer window rumours are true
How could Newcastle United’s starting eleven look if January transfer rumours are true
It has been a remarkable first part of a unique Premier League season as Newcastle United have established themselves as a genuine challenger for a European place.
Boosted by summer signings Nick Pope, Matt Targett, Alexander Isak and Sven Botman, the Magpies have lost just one of their opening 15 league games to sit in third place ahead of the World Cup break. Eddie Howe’s men will return to action on Boxing Day when they visit Leicester City before rounding off a transformative 2022 by hosting Leeds United at St James Park on New Year’s Eve.
Once that meeting with Jesse Marsch is concluded, thoughts will quickly turn towards the Janaury transfer window as the Magpies look to bolster their squad in a bid to continue their push for a top six place. Speculation has continued throughout the last six months and several eye-catching names have been linked with a move to Tyneside - but how could Howe’s side look if the rumours are to be believed?
1. NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 12: Eddie Howe, Manager of Newcastle United acknowledges the fans following the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Chelsea FC at St. James Park on November 12, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images) Photo: George Wood
2. GK: Nick Pope
Pope has firmly established himself as the Magpies number one and it seems highly unlikely a goalkeeper will be on the agenda for January. Photo: George Wood
3. RB: Kieran Trippier
The England defender is a key player in Eddie Howe’s side and although a younger right-back may be on the agenda in coming transfer windows, it seems Trippier will be first choice for a few years to come. Photo: George Wood
4. LB: Borna Sosa
The Croatia left-back is reportedly a target for the Magpies and could make a cut-price move to Tyneside in January. Photo: Getty Images