Newcastle United’s Premier League season gets underway in a little over five weeks time when they welcome Southampton to St James’ Park. The Magpies, who will jet-off to Japan at the end of the month for a pre-season training camp, have returned to pre-season training on Tyneside as they begin preparations for the new campaign.
Those not on international duty at Euro 2024 or at the Copa America this summer have begun to return to the north east to prepare for the new season. New signings Lloyd Kelly, John Ruddy and Odysseas Vlachodimos were all pictured in the gym whilst Joe Willock, who ended the campaign sidelined through injury, was also pictured back on Tyneside.
As international tournaments now come to a close, all attention will return to domestic matters with focus firmly on that opening day game against the Saints. Here, we take a look at the current fit and available options available to Howe to see what is his current strongest starting XI.
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5. Lewis Hall
Hall will have big competition from Lloyd Kelly this season, but his performances at the back end of last season should mean he is given the opportunity to start the season in the team. | Getty Images
6. Joe Willock
Willock missed the majority of last season through injury in what was a very frustrating campaign for him. Hopefully, he can get fit and be back to his very best this coming season. | Getty Images
7. Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes is the star of this team and will be the first name on Howe’s team sheet. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton
Like many of his teammates, Joelinton was not able to show his talents on a consistent basis last season because of injury. He remains a hugely important part of Howe’s starting side. | Getty Images