Newcastle United are expected to be busy throughout the upcoming winter transfer window, with a midfielder and a winger targeted according to reports.

The Lowdown: Strike while the irons is hot

Since PIF took over the Magpies in October 2021, the side have been heavily invested in, with little to no funds wasted in the process.

Signings have been entirely astute, with the foundations of the side now well and truly built.

The side have endured massive progression as a result of the decisions and backing implemented by the hierarchy, with Eddie Howe’s philosophy serving as the cherry on top of a Champions League-decorated cake.

Qualification to club football’s most illustrious tournament is a genuine possibility, and in order to build on their momentum, a couple of high-profile signings will not go a miss.

It’s important to strike now, rather than later down the line.

The Latest: Big transfer plans

According to Sky Sports journalist Keith Downie, Howe is intent on strengthening the squad and will look to bring in a midfielder, with a winger also detailed as a possibility when the winter window opens.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, Downie said: “I wouldn’t be surprised to see them bring in a midfielder and a winger, with one of them being a loan.

“If they can get a loan deal done, then I wouldn’t be surprised if that’s what they do.“

The Verdict: Make the most

Considering Newcastle’s position in the league, they are way ahead of the progression schedule that PIF would have detailed when they commenced the project on Tyneside.

Qualification to the Champions League is a genuine possibility, with the side sat in third place after some beautiful football showing across the first half of the season.

It’s important to add to the momentum with a couple of astute signings.

So, in their bid to assert themselves as a Champions League outfit once more, they must identify recruitments who can bolster depth at the very minimum.