However, Newcastle are currently 13th in the Premier League table, and questions over Howe's future were raised after their 3-1 defeat by West Ham United on Sunday afternoon. So far this season, Newcastle have won three, drawn three and lost four of their opening 10 fixtures.

A former Arsenal player stated that for him the best coach he has had on the grass is Eddie Howe, despite also having been coached by Arsene Wenger.