“Newcastle United Set to Smash Transfer Records with 6ft 2in Brazilian Superstar as PIF Unleashes Unlimited Funds for Eddie Howe’s Dream Signing!”

Newcastle United are already preparing for the January transfer window, with Eddie Howe granted approval to strengthen his squad if necessary.

After last summer’s major £250 million outlay, which followed several quiet windows, the focus has now shifted to improving squad depth and investing in younger players with strong resale value.

According to Chronicle Live, Howe has been advised by PIF to target youthful signings rather than experienced players, marking a shift from the early post-takeover days when veterans like Kieran Trippier, Chris Wood, Matt Targett and Dan Burn were brought in to secure Premier League survival.

This past summer’s recruitment of Nick Woltemade, Malick Thiaw, Jacob Ramsey, Yoane Wissa, Aaron Ramsdale and Anthony Elanga demonstrated Newcastle’s ambitious intent.

While no sweeping January overhaul is planned, intermediaries have begun proposing potential targets. One name under consideration is Brentford’s Brazilian striker Igor Thiago.

The 24-year-old, who missed much of 2024 with a serious knee injury, has started this season impressively, scoring five goals and rediscovering the form that earned him a £30 million move from Club Brugge.

Though Newcastle’s need for a striker is not pressing following the arrivals of Wissa and Woltemade, Thiago remains on the radar of recruitment chief Steve Nickson.

Meanwhile, attention has also turned to Sandro Tonali’s future. The Italian midfielder has drawn praise from pundits like Paul Scholes, who labelled him “world class.”

Despite rumours linking him to Serie A clubs, Newcastle are confident he will stay, as few Italian sides could afford his valuation, reportedly exceeding £130 million.

Newly appointed sporting director Ross Wilson is expected to prioritise a review of Tonali’s contract once he officially takes up his role.

Away from transfers, club legend Alan Shearer is returning to management — though not in traditional football.

After a successful debut in the Baller League UK, Shearer will again team up with former England teammate Ian Wright to manage Wembley Rangers FC.

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