Paul Merson believes Newcastle United fans will be 'disappointed' by reports suggesting the owners have set a budget of £60m for the summer transfer window. The Magpies were the biggest spenders in Europe in January, splashing in excess of £90m to secure five signings.
A recent nine-match unbeaten run has helped Eddie Howe's side pull nine points clear of the relegation zone, although the head coach insists they remain in a battle for survival. Newcastle face Tottenham on Sunday afternoon, before three consecutive home clashes with Wolves, Leicester City and Crystal Palace.
Having discussed United's potential approach in the capital, the discussion moved on to the summer transfer window and a reported failed January move for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain. Here is what the panel of Michael Dawson, Merson, Clinton Morrison, Tim Sherwood and presenter Jeff Stelling had to say about Newcastle on Soccer Saturday.
