Off Could Define Newcastle’s SeasonNewcastle United have informed key figures around the game that they are prepared to offer a new short-term contract to their star

Waugh: Howe was afforded an extension under Dan Ashworth during the summer of 2022 and, in secret, he was given another deal the following off-season. That was only revealed in July last year by Eales when he was asked directly by The Athletic during a video call with reporters.