PIF have dispatched Newcastle United officials to make in-person checks on in-demand forward Franculino Dju, as they look to rebuild their frontline.The pressure is growing on Eddie Howe ahead of the summer. The Newcastle boss, almost 12 months after the Magpies spent over £150m to make up for the sale of Alexander Isak, looks destined to endure a disappointing mid-table finish.From ending their trophy drought and securing top four, those in Tyneside have even plummeted below closest rivals Sunderland, who completed the double over them this season.
For many around St James’ Park, it will be considered an unacceptable job from Howe. But he’s not the only one to blame. Newcastle’s recruitment has failed to hit the mark time and time again in recent years.
