Newcastle supporters believe a top 10 finish and a cup run would be a ‘realistic’ goal for next season should Premier League survival be secured.
Despite all odds, the Magpies have transformed in recent weeks to climb out of the drop zone and talk of another summer overhaul is already under way.
While fans - and most importantly Eddie Howe - know that the job is not complete yet, a ten-point cushion from the bottom three means the temperature around St James’ Park is a lot cooler than it was just over a month ago.
