Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is prepared to spend big in this summer's market.
The Mirror says Ashley has insisted he is ready to spend money in the summer to get Alan Pardew's squad back on track.
The Sports Direct tycoon has conceded that proper investment is needed to stop the end of season slump continuing into next season.
Senior figures at all levels of the club have been told the Magpies are likely to be among the major spenders, outside the cash-rich top four.
Newcastle will not have signed a player on a permanent deal for 18 months when the summer transfer window opens.