Eddie Howe says that Newcastle United can get through the summer window without a director of football being appointed. But admits that the club's transfer structure must be improved.
Howe dovetailed with the club's board and head of recruitment Steve Nickson during the January transfer window to line stars such as Kieran Trippier, Bruno Guimaraes, Chris Wood and Matt Targett in the winter trading period. The Chronicle reported two months ago that Dan Ashworth's move to Newcastle had been held up due to compensation and with Brighton playing hardball this could take until November.
Howe said: "Whatever the situation is, I can adapt and overcome. When I first came in, I said that appointing a sporting director is a matter of urgency for the club, because we need those structures that help the club improve.
