Eddie Howe is eager to bring in a clutch of key signings this summer rather than blow his transfer pot on one or two mega deals. However, work on trimming the squad will take place almost immediately after Newcastle's final game of the season at Burnley on Sunday where some players may make a farewell appearance.
Howe will then head off for a short family break at the end of the month but knows that patience will be the watchword in the weeks to come.
The aim internally is to improve the squad in every department but do it in a gradual manner but a good number of the current squad will get their chance to remain part of the exciting Newcastle project. The season may be finishing but Howe is facing a hectic chapter in his stint as boss.
