The Magpies’ main plan of attack revolves around the exquisite skill set of Allan Saint-Maxmin and the ice-cool finishing ability of Callum Wilson.
If the pair are not firing then Newcastle often struggle to create and finish chances - not a good recipe for success.
There was a great desire to see new players come into the squad this summer as well, however, those wishes fell on deaf ears and only Joe Willock was brought into the club to play a role in the first-team.
With deadline day now passed, the United squad has been formalised and despite all the doom and gloom, there is a squad of players waiting to impress this season.
So who could these players be and who do we think could potentially make the step-up and impress for Newcastle this season?
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There was a great desire to see new players come into the squad this summer as well, however, those wishes fell on deaf ears and only Joe Willock was brought into the club to play a role in the first-team.