After a disappointing season for Newcastle in 2023/24, Eddie Howe and his backroom staff need to hit the ground running and start a new campaign.
Their passion and diligence in the pre-season will set the tone for 2024/25, and without the distraction of Europe this season – even if that was their intention – they could do better this time around.
With Man United's FA Cup win guaranteeing them Europa League football, it meant Chelsea dropped into the Europa Conference League spot that was already reserved for the Magpies.
Newcastle want Fikayo Tomori
As a result, Newcastle were completely excluded from Europe.
Given that there will be no more midweek games, Newcastle will be hoping that the incredible injury list they have had throughout last season will ease up considerably, and most of their first team choices will remain fit for a long time.
There will be one or two transfers this summer, and the club are believed to be looking for another full-back, despite having recently signed Lloyd Kelly.
According to Football Insider, former Chelsea player, Fikayo Tomori, is now on the radar of the Magpies.
Currently plying his trade for Italian giants AC Milan, Tomori has gone about his business at full speed, away from the glare of the English media.
He has made 142 appearances for the Rossoneri, starting 32 of 35 last season.
It is unclear whether the Serie A side would be willing to part with the 26-year-old, however, with Financial Fair Play now the lifeblood of all clubs, it could be a welcome gift from the Premier League. it will be well received.
Without forgetting the will of the player, who has been to Chelsea and may decide that now is the right time to return to the top division of England.
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