Newcastle United have enjoyed a remarkable transformation under Howe since he was appointed as Steve Bruce’s successor in November 2021 as he has helped turn the Magpies from a

Howe was at the helm when Newcatle reached the Carabao Cup final back in 2023, when they were beaten 2-0 by Erik ten Hag's Manchester United. Last year, Liverpool won the trophy after Virgil van Dijk's extra-time goal sealed a 1-0 win over Chelsea. It turned out to be Jurgen Klopp's last trophy as Reds boss.

Outspoken talkSPORT pundit Simon Jordan knows Eddie Howe, has enjoyed a lengthy interview with the Newcastle United boss and seen the rapid success at St James' Park in recent years. Yet he still holds doubts over whether the current St James' Park chief will be around long into the future.