Magilton also admitted he hoped Danny Simpson's loan spell at Portman Road last season might lead to more Manchester United youngsters heading to Suffolk.

BBC: Magilton keen on top-flight links

However Hughton was given money to spend on players during the January transfer window, bringing in defenders Mike Williamson and Danny Simpson, winger Wayne Routledge and striker Leon Best - all for undisclosed fees.

BBC: Newcastle United reveal tightened transfer budgets

Newcastle are short of defensive cover with just Fabricio Coloccini and Steven Taylor available as senior professionals at centre-back, while Danny Simpson has filled in, along with Thomas Kadar and Ben Tozer in reserve.

BBC: Khizanishvili moves to Newcastle