Newcastle United have had a fair turnaround of players since the takeover of the club back in October 2021.
In the two years since the takeover, the Magpies have been transformed from relegation candidates to a Champions League club - but what could their fortunes look like in three years’ time?
Here, we take a look at what Football Manager 2024 believe Newcastle United’s starting line-up could look like at the beginning of the 2026/27 season:
1. RB: Joao Cancelo
Cancelo was signed from Manchester City for £46m ahead of the 2025/26 season. | Getty Images
2. CB: Jean-Clair Todibo
Todibo was signed from Nice for £62m ahead of the 2024/25 season. | Getty Images
3. CB: Sven Botman
Botman has remained a key figure at Newcastle United. | AFP via Getty Images
4. LB: Jamal Lewis
Lewis is predicted to make a shock return to the first-team fold - according to Football Manager 24. | Getty Images