Newcastle will be different from most teams who gain promotion to the Premiership. Merely avoiding relegation won’t be enough for Chris Hughton’s team. Newcastle fans will be expecting their team to cement themselves as a force of English football once again. After romping to the Championship League title last season, Newcastle will be looking to take that confidence into this campaign. They won the title by eleven points after dominating from start to finish.
How many of the current squad that can compete in the top flight remains to be seen however. Those looking at football betting picks are certainly not convinced.
Newcastle have only brought in James Perch from Nottingham Forrest so far this summer. They will need to strengthen if they are to challenge in the top flight again. Owner Mike Ashley has made it clear that the transfer kitty is hardly bursting with funds. One way to raise funds could be to sell their best players, not something Hughton will be wanting.
Andy Carroll finished last season as his team’s top scorer on 19 goals. Stoke and Birmingham have reportedly shown interest in the six foot three front-man. Carroll has made it clear he isn’t seeking a move from the North-East and remains loyal to his boyhood team. Another player who has pledged his future to Newcastle is Jonas Gutierrez. The midfielder played at this summer’s World Cup for Argentina and Lazio were said to be sniffing around the player.
Those who give football betting advice suggest that Newcastle’s main player this season could be Kevin Nolan, the midfielder was one of the best players in the Championship last season. Along with his vast Premiership experience, he has the ability to be a match winner on his day. He will be crucial to Newcastle’s chances as Premiership football returns to the Geordies.
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