Kieran Trippier was the first to arrive from Atletico Madrid and Chris Wood wasn’t far behind the England international.
The signing of Bruno Guimaraes from Lyon was a statement of intent for United given the Brazilian was being tracked by some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
And the club’s winter business was rounded off on deadline day with Matt Targett joining on loan from Aston Villa and Dan Burn a £13m addition from Brighton and Hove Albion.
The big question is now, what is the strongest starting XI available to Eddie Howe ahead of that Everton game at St James’ Park on Tuesday?
Here’s what we think, going off the formation Howe has fielded in recent games:
9. RW: Ryan Fraser
Fraser struggled to make any kind of impact during his opening 12 months on Tyneside but a reunion with former Bournemouth boss Howe has sparked a mini-revival with the Scot enjoying a regular spot in the starting XI. Photo: George Wood
10. LW: Allan Saint-Maximin
Saint-Maximin’s inclusion speaks for itself, doesn’t it? While the Frenchman can dip in and out of games, he possesses an individual quality that not many Premier League forwards have in their locker. Can win any game on his own, as he has done for Newcastle in the past. Photo: Stu Forster
11. ST: Chris Wood
Wood has started each of his two games since his £25million move from relegation rivals Burnley. With Callum Wilson injured, and doubts over Dwight Gayle, it’s the New Zealand international’s job to carry the burden, at least until the former returns. Photo: Stu Forster