With the January transfer window drawing closer, Newcastle United supporters will be hoping they avoid any repeats of the Hugo Ekitike saga that left the club one striker short as the window slammed shut last January.
The Magpies had a bid accepted for then Reims striker Ekitike, only for the young French talent to turn down Eddie Howe's side in order to continue his development in France.
That didn't deter the Magpies who were linked with Ekitike again in the summer, again agreeing a deal with Reims, only for the forward to turn down Newcastle once more in favour of a move to French champions PSG. The Toon then flexed their financial muscle to bring in Alexander Isak following the breakdown of Ekitike's failed transfer, but the saga alone still leaves a sour taste in the mouth for some supporters.
