Eddie Howe remains in charge at St James’ Park for the time being, having achieved a remarkable top-four finish and secured Champions League qualification last season, along with guiding the team to the Carabao Cup final. However, Newcastle has faced challenges in replicating those successes during the 2023-24 season, sparking suggestions of a potential change in management.

The former manager of Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Manchester United, Mourinho, is currently without a club following his departure from Roma in Serie A. Speculation surrounds his possible return to England, with Newcastle being touted as a potential destination where the combination of financial backing and ambition could reignite his Premier League career.

Richard Keys, a prominent pundit, has urged Newcastle to consider such a move, emphasizing the need for a fresh approach on Tyneside. He questions the abrupt decline from the heights of the previous season, suggesting it might be time for a new phase, possibly with Mourinho at the helm. Keys highlights Mourinho’s track record of delivering trophies and suggests that his appointment could provide the spark needed for Newcastle’s resurgence.

Despite being 61 years old, Mourinho’s passion for the game remains unquestionable, though there are doubts about whether he still possesses the same dominance as before. Nevertheless, his proven ability to secure silverware makes him an enticing prospect for a club like Newcastle, which has not won a major trophy since 1955.

Newcastle United performance and stats

Newcastle United is currently 10th in the Premier League with 40 points.

In the last 28 games, it has won 12 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 12 times. In its last match, Newcastle United lost 3-2 against Chelsea.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 59 goals and conceding 48.​

Newcastle United will play the next match in Premier League against Crystal Palace on Saturday 16th of March in London.​