Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has refused to rule making loan moves for players in Saudi Arabia.
The Magpies, similar to four teams in the Saudi Pro League, are majority owned by the country's Private Investment Fund.
Howe says Newcastle are open to trading with clubs in the Middle Eastern country as long as it acts in the interest of the club.
He said: 'That depends on if it is the right thing for Newcastle. We'll always act with our best interests first.'
The ambition and financial might of the Saudi clubs is clear as they continue to target top European stars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, who have joined Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad respectively.