‘I’m expecting’ - Newcastle United set for ‘big spending’ next summer as Paul Mitchell ‘overhaul’ outlined
Newcastle United had money to spend in the summer but ultimately failed to land top target Marc Guehi
Former Everton and Aston Villa CEO Keith Wyness believes Newcastle United will splash the cash next summer.
Toon chiefs were frugal - albeit against their wishes - in the recent transfer window. Lloyd Kelly on a free transfer was the only significant first-team signing, with backup goalkeepers completing Newcastle’s business.
Marc Guehi was earmarked as the No.1 target but the Magpies failed with several bids to land the Crystal Palace defender. An underwhelming window came despite Newcastle appointing highly-rated sporting director Paul Mitchell to replace Dan Ashworth, who joined Manchester United.
Fan discontent followed once the deadline passed, with many believing Eddie Howe had been hung out to dry by the lack of activity. Mitchell told reporters at a media scrum a fortnight ago that, as the new kid on the block, he played a backseat role - with his voice set to become more prominent in January.
On a positive note, keeping their powder dry does allow Newcastle to free up funds in the winter. Sven Botman should also be recovered from his ACL injury, perhaps hinting at the focus shifting away from centre-back.
Ex-Toffees chief Wyness has backed Newcastle for “bigger spending” in future windows - going as far as to suggest there could be an “overhaul” at St James’ Park. He told Football Insider: “We’ll see some bigger spending next summer. There could be quite a lot of movement. They’ve still got the PSR issue to solve, it’ll be hard to just splash out.
“Many people say these rules started being enforced just to stop Newcastle from spending unlimited money. It’ll be calculated moves, but I’m expecting an overhaul.”