It is set to be a very busy few months at St James’s Park as Eddie Howe and the new owners head into their first summer transfer window.
Unlike in January where their Premier League status was unknown, Newcastle can enter the window in a strong position with big aspirations of improving their squad as they aim to move up the table.
Their recruitment in January was pretty much flawless with every signing contributing greatly to their recent transformation.
But what about next season? Expectations from supporters, players, management and owners will no doubt increase after their recent form and summer signings will be key in how quickly Newcastle can grow into becoming a major force.
Here, we take a look at what Newcastle United’s starting line-up for next season could look like based on all the latest transfer rumours:
9. RW: Jesse Lingard
Lingard can play in a variety of roles and as we have seen recently, Howe likes his front-three to be fluid and adaptable to all roles. After failing to land him in January, Newcastle may be more successful this summer in bringing Lingard to Tyneside. Photo: Clive Brunskill
10. ST: Ivan Toney
Darwin Nunez is reportedly Newcastle’s number one and ‘marquee’ target this summer, however, Toney is probably a more realistic signing for the Magpies this summer. Photo: Jan Kruger
11. LW: Allan Saint-Maximin
The Frenchman may have been frustrating recently, however, it would be interesting to see how he flourishes in a side that doesn’t overly-rely on him for creativity. Less responsibility to do everything in an attacking sense could breathe new life into his Newcastle United career. Photo: Naomi Baker