Newcastle United are working from three different transfer shortlists ahead of what is certain to be another busy summer at St James' Park.
The Magpies could yet end up in the Champions League, the Europa League or even the Europa Conference League. By the same token, they could end up empty-handed if they slide out of the top seven.
United's summer transfer kitty could increase vastly if they manage to make the top four but they may have a more modest budget if they end up in the Europa or Europa Conference League. Howe is well aware of the uncertainty in terms of transfers with head of scouting Andy Howe and chief scout Steve Nickson currently assessing options for various outcomes.
