Eddie Howe has made his mind up on a clutch of senior players at Newcastle United ahead of the 2022/23 season.
The former AFC Bournemouth boss knew he would have to trim his squad in pre-season with 34 players checking back in for the new campaign. And it has taken less than a week for him to make some big calls at Benton.
However, Howe may have to make more decisions on some of United's roster as sporting director Dan Ashworth closes in on new faces. Here's a look at the players Howe has already told they have no future at Newcastle and five others that could follow them before the transfer window slams shut on September 1.