“More outgoings are expected this summer as it has been difficult period”. Eddie Howe finally makes hardest admission to prepare the Magpies fans of possible departures.
Newcastle United’s ownership structure has changed, with Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi stepping away from their roles as co-owners. Their 5.7% stake has been absorbed by the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund and RB Sports & Media. Staveley and Ghodoussi were key figures in the club’s takeover and supported manager Eddie Howe since his appointment in November 2021.
The club has undergone several changes recently, including the appointments of Paul Mitchell as sporting director and James Bunce as performance director. They’ve also sold promising young players Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh to other Premier League clubs.
Howe acknowledged the difficult period and praised Staveley and Ghodoussi’s contributions, highlighting their active support for the team and their involvement in player transfers. He expressed gratitude for their efforts and wished them well.
Despite rumors linking Howe to the vacant England manager position, he stated his commitment to Newcastle as long as he feels supported and can work as he sees fit. He emphasized the importance of the club’s success over his personal role.
Howe discussed the challenges of the recent changes, including financial regulations and leadership shifts. He stressed the need for unity to ensure Newcastle’s continued strength and competitiveness.
While expressing happiness with his time at Newcastle so far, Howe acknowledged the uncertain impact of the recent changes. He reiterated that the club’s interests should always come first, rather than his personal position.