This summer is set to be a busy one on Tyneside as Eddie Howe looks to build a Newcastle United side in his own image - or at least one that can consistently compete in the top half of the Premier League.
While his mantra this year has been one of evolution not revolution, it’s impossible not to believe United will be one of the busier teams in the top flight this summer.
In order to maximise their budget, the Magpies must shift players out, even though the more pressing desire is to see players arrive. Howe had a 25-man squad, and players like Ciaran Clark, Jamal Lewis and Isaac Hayden outside of the group at the back end of last season - and the club’s owners are keen not to see that repeated this.
So who will go and who will stay? Here we take a look at those with one foot out the St James’ Park doors - and those who look like they’re here to stay.
25. Bruno Guimares - won’t
A superstar in the making. If and when Newcastle become successful in the next few years, you just know Guimaraes will be at the heart of it. | Getty Images
26. Joe Willock - won’t
The last signing under the Mike Ashley era. Willock initially struggled following his £20m move from Arsenal last summer but hit top form during the Magpies’ nine game unbeaten. Photo: Ian MacNicol
27. Allan Saint-Maximin - won’t
A dip in form in the closing stages of last season has seen Saint-Maximin linked with a move away from Newcastle but Eddie Howe insists the Frenchman has a long-term future at St James’ Park. Photo: Alex Livesey
28. Chris Wood - won’t
Played his part in helping the club secure Premier League safety following his £25million arrival from Burnley. But with Callum Wilson now back, Wood is likely to play a less significant role next season. Photo: George Wood