Steve Bruce’s side, at one stage, looked certain to be relegated last season before a strong end to the campaign lifted them into 12th position.
But with no takeover, meaning another year of Mike Ashley and no new signings yet to arrive, Magpies fans are fearing the worst.
Do the bookmakers share their fears? Here are the latest 21/22 relegation odds for every Premier League club via SkyBet:
Do the bookmakers share their fears? Here are the latest 21/22 relegation odds for every Premier League club via SkyBet:
5. Leicester City - 66/1
The Foxes have fallen out of the Champions League places in the latter stages of the last two seasons, though enjoyed the high of lifting the FA Cup in May. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
Nuno Espirito Santo is now at the helm but the biggest story remains Harry Kane’s future. Will the England striker stay at Spurs or go? Photo: Paul Harding
Everton are hopeful of a strong season under Rafa Benitez after Carlo Ancelotti secured a 10th place finish last term before returning to Real Madrid. Photo: Pool