Eddie Howe- Paul Mitchell relationship improves as Newcastle prepare for January transfer window

Newcastle United's 2024/25 summer transfer window was a disastrous one. While the club failed to land their key reinforcements, Marc Guehi for the center-back role and Anthony Elanga for the right wing, the club had to let go of two prodigy stars, Minteh and Anderson, due to PSR regulations. Not only did this hamper the Magpies' club squad strength, but also increased tension between Sporting director Paul Mitchell and manager Eddie Howe.

Eddie Howe- Paul Mitchell relationship improves as Newcastle prepare for January transfer window

Although both parties had some stake in the overall transfer window failure, they would want to start things afresh for the club's betterment. With PIF keen to have both of them on the same page as soon as possible, the recent reports on the duo's relationship seem much positive. As per Northern Echo, senior club sources at the Magpies have witnessed a major boost in the Howe-Mitchell relationship, showing improved signs for the club.

Moreover, the reports further mention that the club has had meetings to discuss future recruitment, with emphasis on the upcoming January window. With Eddie Howe and Mitchell being heavily involved in the discussions, both being a master of their jobs, the club could expect improvements in the coming months. Given that the Magpies club has had limited participation in the summer transfer window, the January window comes as the perfect opportunity for the duo to build things afresh.

As per sources, Newcastle United wanted both a right-footed center-back and a wing forward the club would prioritize the wing reinforcement next summer. While it looks clear that Paul Mitchell would want to make a high-profile signing for the role, it would be materialized, only if the director feels significant value addition. Otherwise, as was the model predicted by him, the club might focus on scouting talents for the role, with an aim for a better future.

Another aspect on which the Magpies can splash money is a right-footed center-back. Although reports have emerged suggesting a reigniting interest by the Magpies camp in Marc Guehi, a potential deal will depend much more on the availability of ace defenders Sven Botman and Jamaal Lascelles at that time. Overall, an improvement in the Howe-Mitchell relationship sounds positive, however, having a successful January window would be a significant step in the duo's agreement terms ahead.