Eddie Howe remains committed to improving his current crop of Newcastle United players but admits the Magpies may need more investment in their quest to break into the Premier League top six consistently.
Howe's side have over-performed this season but were handed a reminder that there is still a way to go when it comes to matching England's best sides last weekend. Manchester United's experience showed on the big stage at Wembley as they ran out 2-0 winners in the Carabao Cup final.
Newcastle's attention now switches back to the Premier League but Howe may already have one eye on the summer market. Asked if the north east outfit need more money before they can consistently disrupt the 'Big Six', Howe responded: "It's a difficult one for me to say yes, categorically, it's only money [that can make NUFC successful.]