The long-awaited PIF-led takeover of Newcastle United earlier this season heralded the return of ambition and enthusiasm for the club’s supporters.
As soon as the confirmation of the deal arrived, thousands of Magpies supporters descended on St James Park to celebrate the departure of former owner Mike Ashley.
After 13 years of limited ambitions, insufficient investment and a crumbling infrastructure, the Gallowgate faitfhul began to dream once again.
Although the consistent message from the club’s new owners has been one of gradual progression and rebuilding in every area of the club, there is a hope United will build a squad capable of challenging for major honours of the coming years.
Next season may well come too early for that ambition to be realised, but United have been placed a surprisingly low odds to claim a first top flight title since 1927.
With the help of SkyBet, Newcastle World takes a look at where the Magpies sit in the current market to become next season’s Premier League champions.
1. Bournemouth - 1500/1
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2. Fulham - 1000/1
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3. Brentford - 750/1
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4. Southampton - 500/1
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