Summer 26 Transfer Window - hopes, speculation, rumours etc.

[CT Villan]

Think Alysson was supposed to be part of the answer on the wing - but he seems to be injured all the time. Bowen and Barnes are not long-term solutions, just too old and wage demands will be high. It will be very interesting to see what Olabe comes up with, we have to get it right this summer.

[brontebilly]

Scores plenty though, 16 goals in 57 games! Didn't see much of Newcastle this season, was he on pens? He caused us problems even back in the championship with West Brom. His issue is Bowen and Wilson will be available too, similar profile and Wilson is free.

[LeeB]

I'm sure I read recently that Barnes had played more minutes than anyone for Newcastle this season, so the bit part player suggested further up doesn't really hold weight.

[Rigadon]

It’s a no to pointy face from me. 

[Tokyo Sexwhale]

Spending £40m+ wages on 28 year old Barnes is poor value, even though he would be a decent player.

You might as well spend £0+ wages on Harry Wilson who is a similar age, and a better player.

If we're signing players in their late 20s, they have to be free/cheap or gamechangers.