Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hints at spending big in the January transfer window

Even though the summer transfer window ended long ago, the talks regarding the event aren't leaving the Newcastle camp. Having a dismal performance at the transfer window and being unable to bring in their key reinforcements, Marc Guehi and Anthony Elanga, the Newcastle board, especially Paul Mitchell, had been facing much criticism.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe hints at spending big in the January transfer window

While the sporting director recently made it public why they didn't push for Crystal Palace's £70 million demand for Guehi, considering PSR regulations, things seem to be moving towards a relieving end. Further, Mitchell's statement describing his relationship with Magpies boss Howe and their hunger to succeed at the club has acted as a catalyst over the entire scenario.

Finally, it feels that the stressed situation between the board members is relieved, and the club would focus on the season ahead. In fact, as per reports from The Telegraph, the Mitchell-Howe duo has started analyzing potential targets for the January transfer window. Although the Magpies' participation hasn't sounded significant in the last 2 transfer events, Howe looks at the positive aspect of this scenario for the future.

Speaking to the media, Howe reflected on the summer window, optimistically remarking on the future,

"“It was challenging. But by not spending the sums that maybe were expected, hopefully, that helps us in future windows. I don’t know as I sit here today, but hopefully, that gives us a bit more freedom in the future to be a bit more proactive.”"

- Eddie Howe

Not to forget, the primary reason behind Newcastle's aversion to pushing for player signings was to keep themselves free from the penalty of points. For context, the Magpies club was reported to have spent more than £250 million in the last two and a half years without making player sales. However, the club certainly finds itself in better situations, having negligible spending in the transfer window.

Thus, as Eddie Howe mentioned, the sums they were expected to spend but didn't would certainly come fruitful in the club's favor. With the club still on the lookout for a solid center-back and a wing option, Marc Guehi and Anthony Elanga's deals could be reignited by the Magpies club in the January window. And if everything goes well, the duo could be seen in Newcastle colors the next year.