Eddie Howe's hoping for a transfer breakthrough at Newcastle United - amid talks over a big-money move for Marc Guehi.
The club has made an approach to Crystal Palace over a move for the England defender, who could command a fee of more than £60million.
Howe was asked about the move - and a potential deal for Sheffield United forward William Osula - after his team was beaten 2-0 by Yokohama F Marinos in Japan today.
'Our efforts in the transfer market are ongoing,' said United's head coach.