Bryan Mbeumo decided to join Manchester United last month, while long-term goalkeeping target James Trafford has returned to Manchester City — leaving the side needing to reassess their options.
A major addition has already been made, with Newcastle completing the signing of Anthony Elanga from Nottingham Forest in a £55million deal, adding pace and directness to Eddie Howe’s front line.
Now, attention has turned to solving the goalkeeping situation, with the Newcastle hierarchy identifying an alternative to Trafford in what they see as a key area to strengthen before the new campaign begins.