Would European qualification for Newcastle United this season make it a more successful campaign than last year, given everything Eddie Howe's side have had to deal with?
Newcastle's top-five hopes were slim anyway, but the exit of four English clubs from Europe this week has effectively extinguished the club's Champions League hopes this season.
Newcastle United's outlay will be limited even after a shake-up of the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules that looks set to work in the favour of the established order
Newcastle United were interested in signing Jarrod Bowen in 2020 but West Ham were the only side willing to meet Hull City's asking price in what proved an inspired move by the Hammers
Newcastle United fans have been discussing the club's summer transfer plans and have identified the key positions that need strengthening ahead of next season
Newcastle United's first win under Eddie Howe came way back in December, 2021 and the scenes following that 1-0 victory against Burnley have stuck with the Magpies boss
Latest Newcastle United transfer news and gossip as Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo continues to be linked with a summer move to St James' Park as a free agent