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Newcastle United are set to be busy in the transfer market this summer.

They have managed to sign Lloyd Kelly to strengthen the defense while Yankuba Minteh and Elliott Anderson have been sold to balance the finances.

More business is set to be conducted in the coming weeks as the Magpies aim to bolster their attack, sort out their midfield issues and sign another goalkeeper.

They have been linked with a number of quality players as Eddie Howe aims to avoid the injury crisis of last season that hampered their season.