Newcastle United enjoyed a memorable campaign as they secured a top four finish and Champions League football for the first time in 20 years. The Magpies also reached a first major cup final since 1999 as they were beaten in the Carabao Cup 2-0 by Manchester United at Wembley Stadium.
While the season was overwhelmingly positive, an early FA Cup exit at the hands of League One side Sheffield Wednesday in January was a rare low-point.
We have assessed the performances and impact of every member of Newcastle’s first-team squad and players who featured in competitive fixtures for the club during the 2022-23 campaign.
Here are the final rankings...
5. Jamal Lewis - 3
Barely featured and looked out of his depth in the FA Cup defeat to League One side Sheffield Wednesday. A difficult season for the left-back played more minutes on international duty with Northern Ireland than he did at club level. Photo: LINDSEY PARNABY
6. Jonjo Shelvey - 3 (sold to Nottingham Forest)
Shelvey barely got a sniff during the first half of the season due to injury and couldn’t get back into the due to the form of Sean Longstaff and Joe Willock. While Newcastle could have done with keeping him around for the remainder of the season, Shelvey opted to join Nottingham Forest instead but struggled to make a positive impact. | AFP via Getty Images
7. Paul Dummett - 3
Obviously remains an important figure behind the scenes but has offered almost nothing on the pitch this season with just one Carabao Cup appearance. Could still be awarded a new deal. | AFP via Getty Images
8. Emil Krafth - 3.5
It was a season to forget for Emil Krafth as he suffered a serious ACL injury in only his second appearance of the season last August. The injury ruled him out for the rest of the season. Should be back in contention for the start of the new season. Photo: Stu Forster