Eddie Howe believes there is plenty of appetite for Newcastle United to push on with plans for a bigger stadium attendance - whether that is at St James' Park or a brand new venue. Magpies CEO Darren Eales recently raised hopes of an imminent answer over the club's future stadium plans but Newcastle's Chief Operating Officer Brad Miller now insists a decision either way won't be taken until at least early 2025.

The result, in many people’s eyes, is viewed as one of the team’s best performances under Eddie Howe and arguably Newcastle’s most famous European night of the 21st century. It saw local lads Sean Longstaff and Dan Burn getting amongst the goals alongside Miguel Almiron and Fabian Schar.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has admitted it would feel like a “betrayal” to leave St James’ Park as the club attempt to compete with European football’s elite.

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has been speaking to the media before Saturday's Premier League game against Everton (kick-off 17: 30 BST). Here are the key lines from his news conference:

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said it would feel like a "betrayal" to leave the club's historic St James' Park stadium as the owners attempt to compete with European football's elite.St James' Park has been Newcastle's home since 1892 and is one of English football's most iconic venues.

Newcastle are weighing up whether to redevelop St James' Park or build a new stadium as they look to compete with European football's elite in the long-term.

Eddie Howe’s comments as Bournemouth manager in 2018 bear a potentially important message to Newcastle United’s current stadium dilemma.

Head coach Howe arrived in 2021 with a fondness for St James’ Park which has only grown since, although he acknowledges the need to boost the club’s coffers if they are to achieve their dreams. It's an incredible place to play football,