Eddie Howe oversees Newcastle United's summer signing plan after key development - sources
Newcastle United's summer transfer strategy will be spearheaded by Eddie Howe, sources have told Football Insider.
It is believed that the manager will play a key role in the club's recruitment this summer as they look to bolster their squad with top talent.
They are planning for next season despite sporting director Dan Ashworth's exit ahead of a move to Man United.
While the Magpies have had on-field issues this season, sources have told Football Insider (29 February) that he is not likely to face any sack pressure in the summer despite a disappointing campaign.
Eddie Howe spearheads Newcastle's summer transfer plan
The board remain confident in the ex-Bournemouth manager and will give him significant influence regarding new signings.
Newcastle have been linked with a host of Premier League stars as they bid to become regular European contenders and break the established Top Six.
As revealed by Football Insider (17 February), they and Aston Villa are leading the race to sign Arsenal midfielder Emile Smith Rowe.
Well-placed sources have also told Football Insider (5 February) that the Magpies have compiled an extensive scouting dossier on Everton midfield star Amadou Onana ahead of a potential summer move.
Newcastle most recently advanced to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup after beating Blackburn Rovers on penalties on Tuesday (27 February).
They are next set to face Wolves at St James' Park in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon (2 March).
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