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After a very quiet winter window, Newcastle United could be very active in the summer market. Last season’s Champions League qualification successes seem a long time ago now with the Magpies currently sat in 10th place with just ten games of the season to go.
Of course, injury and suspension issues have played their part so far this season, but the club will be keen to ensure that next year is a more fruitful campaign for them. Profit and Sustainability Rules may be changing, but United will still have to be mindful of what they spend in the market, despite their desire to do a lot of business.
In order to fund transfers, therefore, they may be forced to sell some of their players this summer. Newcastle have not had a good track record in trading players in the recent past and this summer is a crucial time for them to get that right if they want to reshape the look and makeup of Eddie Howe’s current squad.
Here, we assess Newcastle United’s current squad and give our view on what the club should do with every player during the summer transfer window. Do you agree with our thoughts? Follow us on our social media channels and let us know your thoughts there:
25. Matt Ritchie - Let Go
Ritchie has been a good servant to the club but he has barely featured all season and is out of contract at the end of the campaign. | Getty Images
26. Jacob Murphy - Keep
Murphy is a good squad player to have in the squad and someone that can fill a variety of roles. The right wing position is somewhere that will likely get strengthened this summer. | Getty Images
27. Callum Wilson - Sell
Staying fit has been an issue again this season for Wilson. His ability in-front of goal is unquestioned, but he needs to be on the pitch in order to score goals. With just one year left on his current contract, this summer could spell the end of his four year stay at the club. | Getty Images
28. Alexander Isak - Keep
There are very few strikers in world football like Isak and he is someone the club should build their future around. Of course, the potential lack of European football could make it difficult to keep him at the club. | Getty Images