This week has seen ex-Magpie Kevin Mbabu return to the Premier League to join newly-promoted Fulham from Bundesliga side Wolfsburg for a reported £6.4million fee.
But there have been plenty of former United stars finding new clubs or managerial jobs this summer.
We’ve seen familiar faces pop up in the Northern League, Australian A-League and even the Tanzanian Premier League.
13. Jak Alnwick - Cardiff City
Jak Alnwick made eight appearances for Newcastle during the 2014-15 season before leaving to join Port Vale. He has joined up with Cardiff City ahead of the new Championship season after leaving St Mirren.
14. Gael Bigirimana - Young Africans
Scored once in 24 appearances for Newcastle during the 2012-13 season before fading into obscurity despite showing signs of promise. He has joined Tanzanian side Young Africans after leaving Northern Ireland club Glentoran. Photo: Stu Forster
15. James Troisi - Western United
The Australian attacking-midfielder graduated from Newcastle’s academy in 2007 but was limited to pre-season appearances for the first team. Now 34, Troisi has recently completed a move to A-League champions Western United from Western Sydney Wanderers. | Getty
16. Craig Bellamy - Burnley (assistant manager)
The Welsh forward scored 43 goals in 128 appearances for Newcastle between 2001 and 2005. He has joined up with Vincent Kompany as part of his coaching staff at Burnley. Photo: Stu Forster