Eddie Howe says he wants to develop Newcastle United's relationship with National League side Gateshead as part of the Magpies' longer-term plan.
Former Newcastle favourite Rob Elliot has just been appointed as technical director and is keen to strike up more of a rapport with United in terms of loan deals and partnership opportunities. The Tynesiders - managed by Toon old boy Mike Williamson - played Newcastle in a friendly game back in July and Howe's side will be looking for opponents in November and December during the World Cup.
When asked about building relations with Gateshead, Howe told Chronicle Live: "Yeah definitely they are a local club and we can definitely help each other.
