Overview: The in's and out's this January
With the January transfer window now closed, here's an overview of some of the key deals involving our North East clubs.
PLAYERS IN:
NEWCASTLE UNITED
Mathieu Debuchy - January 4
The defender had been linked with the Magpies since summer 2012, and finally made the move to Tyneside from Lille for a fee of around £5.5 million. The 27-year-old signed a five-and-a-half-year deal and made his debut against Norwich on January 12.
Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa - January 22
Yanga-Mbwia captained Montpellier to the Ligue 1 title last season, and he's already made three appearances for the France international team. The 23-year-old joined Newcastle for an undisclosed fee, signing a five-and-a-half-year deal. He made his debut as a substitute during the club's 2-1 win over Aston Villa.
Yoan Gouffran - January 23
With just six months left on his Bordeaux contract, Newcastle had a £1.2 million bid accepted by the French club. The 26-year-old completed his move to St James' Park on January 23, agreeing a four-and-a-half-year contact. The forward was given the number 11 shirt, and made his debut during the 2-1 win over Aston Villa.
Massadio Haidara - January 24
The 20-year-old joined the Magpies for an undisclosed fee from Ligue 1 side Nancy, and signed a five-and-a-half-year contract. The defender has represented France at Under-20 and Under-21 level.
Moussa Sissoko - January 25
Sissoko became the fifth Frenchman to sign for Newcastle during the January transfer window. The 23-year-old joined from Toulouse for an undisclosed fee, and signed a six-and-a-half-year deal. After making his debut against Aston Villa, Alan Pardew said Sissoko was a 'key factor' in the victory.
Kevin Mbabu - January 31
Newcastle boss Alan Pardew had said the club's January business was finished, but there was always time for one more. Swiss defender Kevin Mbabu completed his move to St James' Park from Servette for an undisclosed fee. The 17-year-old had been on trial with the Magpies and signed a three-and-a-half-year deal. The Switzerland Under-19 international made just one first team appearance for his previous club.
SUNDERLAND AFC
Alfred N'Diaye - January 9
France Under-21 midfielder Alfred N'Diaye became the Black Cats' first January signing when he joined for an undisclosed fee from Turkish club Bursaspor on January 9. The 22-year-old agreed a three-and-a-half year contract, and made his Sunderland debut as a substitute in the club's 3-0 win over West Ham.
Kader Mangane - January 14
Senegal international Kader Mangane has joined Sunderland on loan until the end of the season from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal. The 29-year-old spent six years in Switzerland before playing for both Lens and Rennes in Ligue 1. He moved to Al Hilal in July 2012.
Danny Graham - January 31
Despite Middlesbrough's late attempt to hijack the deal, Graham completed his move from Swansea to Sunderland for an undisclosed fee believed to be around £5 million. The 27-year-old signed a three-and-a-half-year deal at the Stadium of Light. Born in Gateshead, Graham is a boyhood fan of Newcastle United, and he has played for other North East clubs before. He began his career with Middlesbrough and spent time on loan at Darlington.
MIDDLESBROUGH
Kieron Dyer - January 31
Former Newcastle United winger Kieron Dyer signed for Middlesbrough on a short-term deal after being released by Queens Park Rangers in early January. The 34-year-old has been training with Boro and could now make his debut against boyhood club Ipswich Town this weekend. Dyer made more than 190 appearances in eight seasons at St James' Park.
PLAYERS OUT:
NEWCASTLE UNITED
Demba Ba - January 4
Newcastle's top-scorer Demba Ba joined Champions League winners Chelsea for an undisclosed fee after the London club triggered a £7 million release clause in his Magpies contract. The Senegal international made his debut in Chelsea's FA Cup Third Round win over Southampton and scored twice.
Xisco - January 31
Spanish striker Xisco joined Newcastle in September 2008 under then manager Kevin Keegan for a fee of around £5.7 million. Now 26, Xisco became a peripheral figure at St James' Park and made just nine appearances for the club. His contract was terminated on deadline day and he joined Spanish side Cordoba as a free agent.
Mehdi Abeid - January 31
Algerian midfielder Mehdi Abeid has joined Scottish Premier League side St Johnstone on loan until the end of the season. The 20-year-old has played for Newcastle in both the Europa League and FA Cup this season, but has yet to feature in the Premier League.
SUNDERLAND AFC
Fraizer Campbell - January 21
Striker Fraizer Campbell joined Championship leaders Cardiff City for an undisclosed fee on January 21. The 25-year-old moved to Wearside from Manchester United in 2009 under then manager Steve Bruce. The England international was plagued by injuries during his time with the Black Cats and made just 58 appearances for the club. He agreed a three-and-a-half year deal with the Bluebirds.
Ahmed Elmohamady - January 31
Midfielder Ahmed Elmohamady has re-joined Hull City on loan for the remainder of the season. The 24-year old initially joined the Tigers on a season-long loan in August, but was recalled by Sunderland earlier this month. He will once again link up with Hull boss Steve Bruce, who brought the Egyptian international to the Stadium of Light two seasons ago.
Louis Saha - January 31
Striker Louis Saha left the Black Cats by mutual consent after bringing to an end his one-year contract on Wearside. The 34-year-old made just two starts and a total of 14 appearances for the club.
MIDDLESBROUGH
Kevin Thomson - January 31
Scotland international Kevin Thomson had his contract with Middlesbrough terminated by mutual consent on deadline day. Injuries meant the 28-year-old had been limited to just 56 appearances since he joined from Rangers for £2 million in 2010. The midfielder, who also played under Tony Mowbray at Hibernian, is now a free agent.