Chelsea and Arsenal were reluctant to do business with Newcastle United this summer.
The Telegraph says Arsenal and Chelsea were both reluctant to loan players to Newcastle this summer.
Both London clubs view the Magpies as a threat and didn't want to entertain any business with the Toon Army.
The Gunners are believed to have blocked Ainsley Maitland-Niles moving to Eddie Howe's side, even though the player was said to be keen.
While Blues stars Conor Gallagher, Christian Pulisic and Armando Broja were all linked with a move to the North-East - only to find themselves staying put this summer.