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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17. SUB: Miguel Almiron
Almiron struggled in front of goal last season and has been linked with a move away from the club this summer. Photo: George Wood

18. SUB: Joe White
With Lewis Miley injured and Sandro Tonali suspended for the first two league matches, White may have a role to play in the first team during the first few weeks of the season. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images

19. SUB: Jacob Murphy
Murphy is a trusted member of the squad and someone that Howe will undoubtedly turn to at times during the season to deliver consistent performances. | Getty Images

20. SUB: Callum Wilson
Wilson’s goalscoring record cannot be denied but his ability to stay fit has called into question his long-term future at the club. | Getty Images