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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.
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