Newcastle United boss Chris Hughton admits he'll be shopping in the Bosman market in the New Year.
Hughton still has limited cash to play with and acknowledges that pre-contract agreements may be a route to go down.
"You have to plan for next season. Of course we are looking at out-of-contract players with a view to next season," he said.
"We are always looking, but I think that would very much be something for the future. In terms of bringing anyone else, there are no immediate plans.
"Of course you never know, but at the moment there are no plans to do that."