Eddie Howe believes Newcastle United can have a 'great' 2023 if the Magpies keep the 'togetherness' at the heart of the club's transformation in the last 12 months.
Newcastle were languishing in 19th place a year ago, but Howe's side rang in the New Year in third following a remarkable turnaround. To put that change of fortunes into perspective, only Man City, Liverpool and Arsenal picked up more points in the Premier League in 2022.
Yes, money has been spent on new signings - around £210m in the previous January and summer windows - but it is worth noting that eight of the 14 individuals who featured in the goalless draw against Leeds United on New Year's Eve were players Howe inherited. Fabian Schar, Joelinton, Sean Longstaff and Miguel Almiron are among those survivors from the Ashley era who have looked reborn in the last 12 months.