Shola Ameobi admits it will be a 'tall order' for Newcastle United as they return to the Champions League after a two-decade absence. However, the former Magpies striker is 'excited' by the club's trajectory so far under the new owners and is looking forward to the 'ride' of watching the team face off against Europe's elite.
Eddie Howe's first full season in charge finished with an unexpected top-four finish, along with a first domestic cup final appearance at Wembley in 24 years. The Toon Army are now eagerly awaiting the Champions League group-stage draw, with the fourth seeds likely to face a number of heavyweights.
Rather than dwelling on the scale of the task facing Newcastle next season, Ameobi has chosen to focus on the excitement of featuring in the competition. Now working as the club's loan coordinator alongside Peter Ramage, the ex-striker believes the owners are already reaping the rewards of their 'sustainable' approach so far.
