Newcastle have money to spend in January - Wilson

"But, if we want to spend, we can. Of course we will be creative, of course we will be opportunistic as well. But probably the most important thing is that it would have to align with what the summer plan looks like, which is the bigger squad plan. All of those conversations are ongoing. We will have the ones about where Eddie sees the need in the squad, if at all."

"The Scot discovered Sandro Tonali's situation was "significantly better than the one he was expecting" after the midfielder previously agreed an extension during his betting ban, which means his deal could now run until 2030 if the club trigger an option, as expected. But defender Tino Livramento - who is halfway through the five-year deal he signed after joining the club from Southampton in 2023 - has admirers elsewhere, while Sven Botman is approaching the final 18 months of his current contract."

Newcastle possess the ability to spend in the January window but any mid-season moves must align with the club's larger summer recruitment plan. Sporting director Ross Wilson prioritises creativity and opportunism while avoiding repeating the heavy summer net spend. Head coach Eddie Howe wishes to keep the squad fresh and prepared for all eventualities, and recruitment scouts are assessing targets for 2026. Wilson reviewed player contracts after joining in October and found Sandro Tonali's situation improved, potentially extending to 2030. Tino Livramento attracts outside interest and Sven Botman is entering the final 18 months of his contract.

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