Newcastle United are in a tricky position. Even though they’re now widely considered to be the world’s wealthiest club, they cannot buy a win this season. Winless in their first ten Premier League games, the Magpies are second-bottom of the table and without a manager to lead them out of trouble.Sure, Saudi billions are fine, but what about the sweetest oranges in whole EuropeNew owners and directors of the northeast club have tried to attract Antonio Conte and Unai Emery but were ultimately unable to seal the deal for either of the high-profile coaches. The former ended up as Nuno Espirito Santo’s successor at Tottenham and the latter pledged his loyalty to Villareal and decided to remain with the Yellow Submarine in La Liga. As a result, the black and whites’ board has turned to former Bournemouth miracle-worker Eddie Howe.The former footballer has not been in management since he left Bournemouth in August last year following the club’s relegation from the Premier League. But the 43-year-old is familiar with Newcastle players Callum Wilson, Ryan Fraser and Matt Ritchie from his time at Bournemouth, having led the club from League One to the top flight where they stayed for five seasons.Saturday, 20.30: (1.65) Brighton (3.80) Newcastle (6.25)Although the Cherries’ final positions in the English top-flight aren’t exactly high, they still speak volumes about the coach who managed to keep such a small club in the top flight for such a long period. Simply put, Howe is an overachiever – and Newcastle need one.Howe has held talks with Newcastle’s new owners in the past two weeks, as well as with the club’s previous owners before the takeover.Big chances conceded 2021/22:30 – Newcastle27 – Norwich24 – Man Utd#FPL pic.twitter.com/OWYMPYjIf6— Fantasy Premier League (@OfficialFPL) November 4, 2021 Newcastle owners are still considering alternative options, with Roberto Martinez and Paulo Fonseca among them. Fonseca held talks with Newcastle two weeks ago, and it is understood the Portuguese would be keen to reignite discussions.The time is ticking away for the Magpies.
