da luck： Since their newly discovered riches came to the fore, it’s become far easier to rank Newcastle United’s best players. The Magpies have already undergone an impressive transition, going from the relegation battle to a battle for European football and a Carabao Cup final.
da fazobetai： Signings such as Bruno Guimarães proved to be an instant hit at St James’ Park, which always seemed likely to be the case as soon as Arsenal failed in their pursuit of the Brazilian midfielder. Meanwhile, the likes of Joelinton became reborn in one of the most unexpected transitions in Premier League history, with the struggling striker suddenly becoming an effective box-to-box midfielder.
With that said, we’ve had a go at ranking Newcastle United’s current best players.
10) Nick Pope
One of Newcastle’s best signings since the takeover, Pope has been integral to the way Newcastle have been able to rise up the league table.
It was telling that they were beaten by Manchester United in the Carabao Cup final after Pope was suspended, with Loris Karius forced to deputise.
Still, the England international has kept plenty of clean sheets this season and has been absolutely vital to the way Eddie Howe wants to play.
A superb piece of business.
9) Joe Willock
Joe Willock may not have been able to repeat the stunning goal scoring form of his original loan spell, but he still impressed at times last season, handing him a place in this list.
Of course, the former Arsenal man will be hoping for more consistency, but 29 Premier League appearances in the last campaign proves that Howe trusts him.
Indeed, he has stayed in the side even with Newcastle’s investment, making over 20 league appearances already.
8) Dan Burn
The first of three January signings on this list, Dan Burn has proven to be a superb addition to the Newcastle side.
He has played a large part in their transition away from the relegation zone last season, making 16 appearances in all competitions.
The big defender may not have been the poster boy that some had dreamed of, but he was certainly the one that was needed at St James’ Park in January.
This season, he has even thrived at left wing-back.
7) Fabian Schär
Often overlooked, Fabian Schär adds calm to what was occasionally a storm within Newcastle’s backline last season.
And even as the Magpies keep on progressing, the defender should remain a mainstay.
He will be well aware of how important it is to remain consistent, as competition for places increases more and more.
This season, he has remained one of the first names on the team sheet.
6) Alexander Isak
Isak was snapped up as the poster boy of the newly-minted Newcastle.
The club spent well over £50m to sign the Sweden international and he already looks to be the real deal.
Isak has scored three goals in seven games in the Premier League at the time of writing and we expect him to keep scoring goals.
Howe has a potential diamond on his hands; Isak is still only 23.
5) Joelinton
If you told Premier League fans that Joelinton – the striker who looked destined to enter the flop pile – would become one of the most effective box-to-box midfielders in the country, then jaws would have dropped.
But here we are; here Joelinton is, and here Eddie Howe is, having implemented his masterpiece to perfection.
The Brazilian is now a fixture on the team-sheet, bringing his pace and power to bear in midfield duels.
It’s been an incredible tactical switch.
4) Callum Wilson
Under Howe, Callum Wilson was always going to perform, even throughout a period of frustration stemming from injury.
The Englishman netted eight goals in 18 appearances last season, and has continued to score at a consistent rate, even with the signing of Isak.
This season, Wilson has seven league goals to his name already.
When fully fit, Wilson is a handful for most defenders.
3) Kieran Trippier
As the first signing in Newcastle’s new era, Kieran Trippier had to perform.
And, in fairness to the fullback, he did exactly that, before an injury brought his season to an abrupt end.
Back fit come August, the former Atletico Madrid man has played a crucial part in the Magpies’ lofty ambitions.
A shrewd signing, and one that has set the tone.
2) Bruno Guimarães
The Bruno Guimarães transfer perfectly sums up the difference between Newcastle a year ago vs now.
The attraction to the Magpies is sky-high nowadays, whether that be for money, or what that money could bring.
And Guimarães is a big part of that. At 24, the midfielder is entering his prime, too, and will play an increasingly important role at St James’ Park.
This season, he’s been vital to the way they’ve played, emerging as one of the best midfielders in the country.
1) Allan Saint-Maximin
As tricky as ever, Allan Saint-Maximin remains, in our opinion, Newcastle United’s best player.
As he continues to enjoy extra quality around him, too, the Frenchman will only continue to thrive more and more.
And, with that improvement, we could see his end product sky-rocket in the coming Premier League season.
Thus far, he’s not actually been used as much by Eddie Howe, but he remains an unbelievable footballer, with one goal and three league assists to his name.
So, there you have it, our current top 10 Newcastle players. Of course, that could dramatically change in a year or so, given how much is likely to change when it comes to personnel at St James’ Park across the next two transfer windows.