It seems to me that if Newcastle don't sign another striker we won't get Campbell. If they do then we probably will. Glad to hear that we have other irons in the fire, because we can't wait around indefinately for Newcastle to decide, unless we are able to bring in Campbell and someone else (unlikely though).
I agree with some that the clamour for us to sign a youth player to go straight into our first team is bordering on embarassing, but some of that may be because there has been little speculation on us bringing anyone else in, therefore some of us are getting a bit desparate.
The way I see it, I would like to see what Campbell could do, based on what is being said about his talent, but I certainly won't be panicking if we don't get him.
We do definately need another striker and I'm sure we will sign one before the window, but until then, we do have options. Harkins, McGowan and Reilly can all play off Thompson. There is no need to panic, certainly not after one league game.