Newcastle United star reveals the first thing Eddie Howe did

Newcastle United made a tremendous decision by appointing Eddie Howe as the manager of the club. He has done an incredible job since coming in at St James’ Park. When he arrived, The Magpies looked destined for relegation. Now, it looks like they have a genuine chance of finishing in the top half of the Premier League. That is quite a turnaround in such a short span of time.

While the club’s January transfer signings have played their part, Howe deserves a lot of credit at the same time and is looking like the man to take the club forward.

Not only has he been able to get a tune out of this side but he also seems like a very popular figure not just amongst the fans but also the players.

Some of Jonjo Shelvey’s recent comments about the manager have shed light on the first thing that Howe did after arriving at the club. As reported by Chronicle Live, the Newcastle United star told Sky Sports:

"“I’ve never had a manager like this before. The first thing he did was hand everyone a sheet of paper to write down their wives’ & kids’ names, plus all our birthdays. He wants to know everything about everyone. I’m glad I’m his cup of tea and I want to do everything to repay him.”"

Shelvey reveals first thing that Howe did at Newcastle United

Thus, it is pretty clear that not only is Howe trying to get the best out of these players on the pitch but he is also trying to connect with them on a personal level.

And he is looking like a manager that the players are ready to fight for on the pitch. That has been evident from the incredible turnaround that Newcastle United have made over the course of the last few months. They have been one of the most in-form teams in the Premier League and rapidly climbed the table.

While mathematically still not done, it does feel like Newcastle United are now safe from relegation. And hopefully, the club will back Howe in the summer transfer window and strengthen this squad further.