The Magpies are current 14th in the table with nine games of the season left to play, and currently have a healthy nine point gap separating them from the relegation zone.
When Newcastle last played Tottenham, back in October, Spurs secured a dramatic 3-2 win at St James' Park, in a match that saw Jonjo Shelvey sent off and the visitors score all their three goals before half-time.
Speaking ahead of the weekend, Newcastle captain Jamal Lascelles gave an insight into how things at the club have changed since the arrival of new manager Eddie Howe, and said: there is a big mentality shift in terms of what we want. We go into every game now wanting the three points, even when we go down to Chelsea, we aren’t going there to sit back and hope to get a draw. We go there to win the game.
That comes from the manager and it comes from the players the manager has signed. That’s been the quickest thing I’ve had to adapt to, and it’s the most obvious thing all the players who have been here for a while have had to adjust to as well.
“We’re not here just to survive anymore. We have a winner’s mentality, the club is ambitious, and we are part of that. You can see that in the way we play.”
Take a look at the latest news and transfer stories from the Premier League, as the build-up to the weekend action continues:
5. Hammers keen on Isco
West Ham could be said to make a bold move for Real Madrid ace Isco this summer. David Moyes is believed to be a keen admirer of the Spain international. However, AC Milan and Borussia Dortmund are also on his tail. (Sport Witness) | AFP via Getty Images
6. Seagulls leading Dolan chase
Brighton are believed to be in pole position to sign Blackburn Rovers and England U20 ace Tyrhys Dolan. Their strong relationship with the club is said to have given them an advantage over the likes of Fulham and Spurs. (90min) | Getty Images
7. Magpies could enter Coutinho race
Newcastle are said to have joined the battle for Aston Villa loan star Philippe Coutinho. The Villains have an option to sign the Barcelona man permanently in the summer, but the Magpies are said to be ready to “pay a fortune” to both Barca and the player to seal the deal. (Sport Witness) | AFP via Getty Images
8. Pope interest at early stage
Fulham’s apparent interest in Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope is said to be at an early stage, with suggestions they’re already plotting a £20m move thought to be wide of the mark. It’s been claimed that he is more likely merely “just a player they’re keeping an eye on” (Football League World) | Getty Images