The Magpies look set to qualify for Europe for the first time in a decade whilst a two-decade wait for a return to the Champions League could also be ended this season.
And whilst supporters will be anticipating a return to European competition, Newcastle United’s owners are set to net a tidy amount in prize money from the Premier League.
Prize money from the league is dictated by a mix of finishing position, broadcast revenues and a pot that is split evenly among every single club.
Here, we take a look at what each Premier League team is set to earn from Premier League prize money this season if they finish in their current league positions.
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1. Newcastle United's owners
This is how much Newcastle United and their Premier League rivals could net from prize money this season. Photo: Stu Forster
2. Southampton
Based on last season’s figures, Southampton could earn around £100,300,000 in prize money if they finish 20th this season. Photo: GLYN KIRK
3. Nottingham Forest
Based on last season’s figures, Nottingham Forest could earn around £104,600,000 in prize money if they finish 19th this season. Photo: Michael Regan
4. Everton
Based on last season’s figures, Everton could earn around £106,100,000 in prize money if they finish 18th this season. Photo: PAUL ELLIS