After spending most of the campaign battling relegation, a spot in mid-table could probably be deemed a success, and the Magpies’ run of form over the past few months has seen a marked improvement.
Even Toon legend Alan Shearer saw fit to praise manager Steve Bruce for his work in the dugout after a torrid season.
Speaking after the win over Fulham on the final day of the campaign, he said: "I think well done to Steve Bruce and his team for the way they've turned it around. It's been a long, hard season.
"They've finished on 45 points, in 12th position and I think that's as good as they could have done. They deserve all the credit."
Speaking about loanee Joe Willock in particular, Shearer added: "He's exactly what Newcastle have been needing and missing and as I said, it's been a great signing by Steve Bruce because he offers Newcastle legs in that midfield.
"He drives forward and not many teams have been able to handle him.
"Look at the skill and pace he shows to get up there for the goal. He's full of confidence and so he should be. He's had a brilliant time at Newcastle.
"They have to try and break the bank and be desperate to try and keep hold of him. He's having fun in that Newcastle shirt.”
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9. Toon could go back in for Nunes
Newcastle United will reignite their interest in Sporting midfielder Matheus Nunes this summer after failing with a bid in January. (Record) (Photo by MIGUEL RIOPA/AFP via Getty Images) Photo: MIGUEL RIOPA
10. READING, ENGLAND - APRIL 16: Michael Olise of Reading during the Sky Bet Championship match between Reading and Cardiff City at Madejski Stadium on April 16, 2021 in Reading, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
Leeds United target Michael Olise will leave Reading in the summer after missing out on promotion. (TEAMtalk) (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) Photo: Catherine Ivill