The insane Newcastle United XI that Paul Mitchell can build if January transfer rumours are true

A look at how Newcastle United may line up should Eddie Howe be given a “dream” transfer hand in January.

Newcastle United have finally gained momentum following the dismal summer transfer window. Back-to-back wins over Chelsea and Arsenal have reignited faith in a campaign that threatened to peter out before the festive period.

Eddie Howe’s men now take on Nottingham Forest - the Premier League’s surprise package this season. Should they maintain their momentum going into the winter months, a positive January could springboard the Magpies into the second half of the campaign.

The rumour mill has already begun churning despite Newcastle’s dealing stalling due to FFP/PSR restrictions. No significant signings in the summer has placed pressure on sporting director Paul Mitchell to deliver.

But what would a dream January look like? NewcastleWorld has profiled how United may look should PIF splash the cash.

9. CM: Joelinton

A £40m flop turned midfield destroyer. Joelinton is very a popular figure on Tyneside and recently signed a new long-term contract. | AFP via Getty Images

10. RW: Johan Bakayoko

Bakayoko is the latest right forward linked with Newcastle as a cheaper alternative to say Bryan Mbeumo for example. Howe, however, has already warned it could be a quiet January. | Getty Images

11. LW: Anthony Gordon

Gordon won the club's player of the year award last season before going to Euro 2024 with England. He hasn't been as consistent this campaign but his quality is undoubted. | Getty Images

12. ST: Alexander Isak

In Isak, Newcastle possess one of the best strikers in the world and must do everything to keep the Swede here for a very long time. Enough said. | Getty Images