The stunning Newcastle United XI if Paul Mitchell signs 'dream' January transfer targets

Two players continue to be linked with Newcastle United - here’s how they’d look in a new-look Eddie Howe XI.

November is upon us which means one thing above all else begins ramping up: transfer rumours.

Forget about the intrusive advertisements on TV or supermarkets as businesses ramp up for the festive period, true football fans begin whetting their appetite for the bonanza of sport and January window - both of which are fast approaching. A lean summer means Newcastle United should have cash to spend, with sporting director Paul Mitchell under pressure to deliver.

The rumour mill has already begun churning on Tyneside ahead of a highly-anticipated winter. Here is how Newcastle may line up by January 31 if their “dream” targets head to St James’ Park.

5. CB: Sven Botman

Botman will make his return from an ACL injury in the New Year and if he can rediscover his 22-23, the Magpies have a top defender on their hands. | Getty Images

6. LB: Lewis Hall

On current form, Lewis Hall is one of, if not the, best left-back in the Premier League. | Getty Images

7. CM: Sandro Tonali

Eighteen months on from his £55m move from AC Milan, Newcastle are beginning to see the very best of the Italian. | Getty Images

8. CM: Bruno Guimaraes

The Brazilian, now Newcastle's skipper, is a class act and has been since the moment he walked through the door at St James' Park in January 2022. | Getty Images