Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe wants to sign defenders in the January transfer window.

With his team rock bottom of the Premier League, Howe knows he has taken on a huge job after succeeding Steve Bruce as the club's manager.

Rather than signing high-profile superstars, Howe is eager to sign defenders, per the Daily Mail.

The source also claims that Howe wants to add a striker, as he may believe the present squad cannot score enough goals to stay up.

The Magpies are also linked with Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks.