Dan Burn believes Eddie Howe’s transformation of Newcastle’s fortunes should make him a strong contender to rival Jürgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola for the manager of the season award.
Burn has excelled in central defence since arriving at St James’ Park for £13m from Brighton in January, playing a big part in Newcastle’s rise to the security of 11th place in the Premier League on 40 points.