Telegraph: Newcastle s targets for this summer are Guy and Mbemo, and they hope to close the deal as soon as possible

It is reported that Newcastle is ready to take action in the upcoming summer transfer window, with the goal of Crystal Palace defender Gee and Brentford striker Mbemo. With sports director Paul Mitchell announcing his departure at the end of June, Newcastle senior executives are under pressure to support Eddie Howe in the transfer market.

According to the Telegraph, the team has set up a list of signings, determined the main goals, and set a budget, and everything is ready. Although two sports directors have left one after another in the past 18 months, the club still maintains a "everything is normal" attitude. Mitchell hopes to complete at least one important signing before leaving, especially if he has not signed any first-team players in the 10 months he has been in charge of recruiting. Time is tight, especially as Newcastle may face competition from other clubs for these target players. Newcastle tried to sign Guy last year but failed, but they have been interested in the England international and will soon start negotiations with Crystal Palace.

Currently, the 24-year-old Guy contract is about to enter his final year, and Newcastle hopes he will be one of their first signings this summer. While Newcastle will not meet the £65 million quest proposed by Crystal Palace last year, they hope Crystal Palace can make some concessions.

Brentford winger Mbemo is also a long-term target of Newcastle, with his transfer fee expected to be between £50 and £60 million. Manchester United are also interested in Mbemo, but they are currently more focused on signing Wolves's Cunha. If Newcastle can act quickly and reach an agreement with Brentford, they are expected to have the advantage.

In addition, the right-wing forward and central defender have been the positions Newcastle urgently needed to strengthen in the past few years, so it makes sense to resolve these issues as soon as possible in this transfer window. In addition, Newcastle also hopes to strengthen goalkeepers, forwards (partners with Isaac) and possible midfield positions.