Asked about incomings last night he said: “I’ll give Lee Charnley a call and see where we are.”
Targets Loic Remy and Alexandre Lacazette both fall by the wayside but he wants Arsenal’s Joel Campbell on loan.
However Campbell has been in talks with Benfica over a £10million move, but that is not saying the Gunners will take it.
Arsene Wenger wants the lad to gain experience, not sell him.
Ashley was at the game on Saturday and will expect Pardew to deliver the goods this season, after four years in the job.
Even Ashley - who gave Pardew a eight and a half year contract - wants something from the manager to keep the locals quiet.
The owner has shown the attitude he couldn't care less what the fans think - but with him showing an interest in buying Rangers - he wants Newcastle in a saleable position when he puts it on the market.
United usually end the transfer window selling a star player, and Monday may be more about outgoings, with Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa expected to attract interest and Hatem Ben Arfa also available.
Newcastle will also listen to offers for Gael Bigirimana and Sammy Ameobi, wanted by Sheffield Wednesday.