Newcastle United went into deadline day with a focus on loans but a budget in place in case a transfer opportunity presented itself. That is the view of ChronicleLive's chief Newcastle United writer Lee Ryder, who has also provided an update on the Magpies interest in Joao Pedro.
With the Thursday night deadline just hours away, it looks like there will be no further incomings at St James' Park. Lucas De Bolle, Martin Dubravka, Federico Fernandez, Matty Longstaff and Kell Watts have all secured loan moves away.
Eddie Howe will no doubt be pleased with the club's business in his second window in charge, with deals agreed for Sven Botman, Alexander Isak, Nick Pope and Matt Targett. Here is a full transcript of Ryder's transfer deadline day question and answer session.
