Tbf it's more than likely not the fact we "can't", but we've chosen not to match their ridiculous offer. Quite rightly too, if it was going to take 100kpw to get him.
Obviously we don't know what happens behind the scenes, but looks very much like 'jobs for the boys'. Maybe a couple of specialised coaches for attacking play may bring some new ideas.
Did a slight chuckle at the SSN advert earlier
"on deadline day some things are guaranteed....".
*cuts to clip of twitchy leaning out of his car window*
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2261495/Newcastle-bid-accepted-Marseille-striker-Loic-Remy.html
No quotes or anything confirming the acceptance, but ties in with what a few of the journo's tweeted.