Newcastle United are looking to continue their backroom revamp and bolster their recruitment ranks with two positional analysts as the summer transfer window looms. The desired candidates will be expected to hit the ground running and 'identify' potential transfer targets for both the academy and the first-team squad.
The Magpies are preparing for arguably their toughest window yet under the new owners as Eddie Howe targets 'elite' recruits ahead of a return to the Champions League. Quality and quantity is on the agenda, with the head coach outlining the need to have two starting elevens to cope with the demand of competing on four fronts.
Jamie Reuben outlined the financial challenges currently facing Newcastle in their efforts to disrupt and now maintain their position among the so-called 'Big Six'. Financial Fair Play and now UEFA's own sustainability regulations prevent the owners from spending as they see fit in the transfer market, with the onus placed on developing the club's infrastructure away from the playing squad.
