Loris Karius is now expected to extend his stay at Newcastle United, meaning fellow goalkeeper Karl Darlow will be allowed to leave on loan this month - but only at the 11th hour.
Nick Pope is Eddie Howe’s first choice but the goalkeeping situation is complicated by Martin Dubravka being cup-tied for the Carabao Cup and Karius having not yet agreed a new deal.
Darlow has been told the Magpies will consider offers towards the end of the window and there is interest from several Championship clubs. Huddersfield Town have asked about the 32-year-old but their need for a keeper is immediate.