EDDIE HOWE and Paul Mitchell have reportedly held “clear-the-air talks” after Newcastle’s lacklustre transfer window. The Magpies only brought in five players during the summer,

Tensions have risen at St. James’ Park due to their transfer window and comments by Mitchell in recent interviews. Howe wanted top class players brought in, while Mitchell believes that previous spending tied their hands due to FFP and PSR. According to The I, the head coach and sporting director have spoken in what was a constructive meeting.

Eddie Howe and Paul Mitchell have held clear-the-air talks to move on from a frustrating summer transfer window at Newcastle United, according to reports. Mitchell replaced Dan Ashworth as Newcastle 's sporting director in July before publicly criticising elements of the club's previous recruitment during Howe's reign.

Newcastle's results this season had papered over the cracks of poor performances... until Fulham. Eddie Howe has multiple problems to solve

Newcastle fans have seen this scoreline coming for a few games now - but bad performances have been masked by good results. The weekend’s game has meant that some fans are asking (albeit, quietly) is it time to ask questions of Eddie Howe?