Newcastle boss Rafael Benitez has admitted his frustration over the "crazy" summer transfer market.
The 57-year-old Spaniard had hoped to have much of his recruitment complete before the players returned for pre-season training last week.
However, only Chelsea winger Christian Atsu and Eibar defender Florian Lejeune have arrived at St James' Park to date and the club's fans are growing increasingly impatient having heard owner Mike Ashley promise his manager "every penny the club generates" from promotion and players sales to rebuild.
Speaking at the club's 1892 Foundation Cup event, Benitez said: "It's not easy for a lot of teams because the market is a little bit crazy.