The 11 insane but totally realistic cut-price transfers Newcastle United can trigger this summer

It all feels very quiet on the transfer front. And that is not just relating to Newcastle United, a club yet to spend a penny aside from the pre-agreed fee for Lewis Hall from a year ago.

Only Manchester United have made waves in the market - but the day remains young. Premier League outfits have until August 30 to wrap up any dealings, with Newcastle understood to be keen on adding a right-sided attacker and centre-back to their ranks.

Is FFP/PSR continuing to grip top-flight clubs in a vice? Perhaps the Magpies may be forced to shop in the bargain basement.

Contracts entering their final year offer an opportunity for interested parties to strike a cut-price deal. The likes of Lionel Messi, Mohamed Salah and Neymar are set to leave their respective clubs next year - but let us keep this realistic.

Here are 11 insane - yet plausible - players Newcastle could tempt to Tyneside this summer. Any takers?