After a slow start to the campaign, Newcastle finished the season in 11th place having picked up 49 points from their 38 games.
Eddie Howe’s side completed a remarkable transformation that dragged them well away from relegation danger - when they looked like being certainties for the drop at the turn of the year.
The study by football ticket marketplace FootballTicketpad.com compared the estimated gross annual wages of Premier League squads in the 2021/22 season against the number of points each team achieved.
Here, we take a look at how much in wages each Premier League side paid per point gained last season to see where Newcastle United rank alongside their rivals.
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9. Southampton
According to the research, Southampton paid £1,303,500.00 in wages per point this season. Photo: Mike Hewitt
10. Aston Villa
According to the research, Aston Villa paid £1,332,666.67 in wages per point this season. Photo: George Wood
11. Newcastle United
According to the research, Newcastle United paid £1,343,877.55 in wages per point this season. Photo: OLI SCARFF
12. Norwich City
According to the research, Norwich City paid £1,345,454.55 in wages per point this season. Photo: Nathan Stirk