Newcastle United’s Premier League campaign gets underway at 3pm on Saturday 17 August when they host newly-promoted Southampton at St James’ Park. The Magpies have won back-to-back opening day games with wins over Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa and will look to make it a perfect trio when they face off against Russell Martin’s newly-promoted side.
Whilst they have added two players to Eddie Howe’s ranks so far this summer, neither player is likely to begin on the pitch for their opening day clash with the Saints. Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh’s departures have also left gaps in the squad that need to be filled during the summer transfer window.
Newcastle have been linked with a whole host of players this summer and will be keen to get one or two new faces through the door before the new campaign begins next month.
So what could Howe’s side look like when that match gets underway? Well, here, we take a look at how Newcastle United could line-up when they host the Saints on the opening day of the season.
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5. Lloyd Kelly
Kelly became Newcastle United’s first signing of the summer and may make his debut on the opening day of the season. Lewis Hall will undoubtedly be breathing down his neck for a start, however. | AFP via Getty Images
6. Joe Willock
Injury issues plagued Willock’s season last year and he will be hoping to put them behind him when next season gets underway. Photo: Stu Forster
7. Bruno Guimaraes
Newcastle United will be desperate to keep hold of the Brazilian this summer. His performances next season could be the key to success for Howe’s side. | Getty Images
8. Joelinton
Joelinton returned at the back end of last season and showed why he is an integral part to this current Newcastle United team. | Getty Images