John Barnes claims he always felt Newcastle would have enough to avoid relegation to the Championship but warns their work is far from done. The former Magpies midfielder says Eddie Howe is doing a 'good job under difficult circumstances' but has warned the Premier League can be 'unforgiving,'
Newcastle play host to Brighton this weekend, who have won just once in their last five Premier League fixtures. A win over the Seagulls would put further daylight between the Magpies and the bottom three.
In comparison, Howe's side rank as one of the in form sides in the division, with four wins in their last five games. The Magpies ' dramatic turnaround has given them a fighting chance of Premier League survival, but there's still plenty of work to do.
Speaking to BonusCodeBets, Barnes said: "I always felt Newcastle would have enough to avoid relegation in terms of their players. With the momentum and confidence they’ve got, they should climb up the table. I’m glad because the fans have been fantastic and it’s a great part of the world to play football.
"But they still have to keep playing with the right attitude rather than thinking the job is done because they’re out of the bottom three. The Premier League can be unforgiving and you can be dragged back in. Eddie Howe is doing a good job under difficult circumstances.
"He had a fantastic January transfer window, which really catapulted them to where they are. Everything is there for Newcastle financially for them to climb the table, so he’s done everything asked of him. I can’t speak highly enough of him."
