Eddie Howe is no longer interested in losing Jamaal Lascelles to Newcastle United if he returns to the starting lineup.
According to The Northern Echo, Lascelles was mentioned as a likely departee in the summer.
According to the report, that viewpoint has now shifted as a result of the captain’s impact since his return.
Lascelles has been filling in for the injured Sven Botman in key crucial games and has barely missed a beat.
And after spending so much time on the bench, Lascelles must have been overjoyed to lead his team out against PSG.
Of all, Lascelles’ condition is simply a result of the massive investment Newcastle has received in recent years.
At Newcastle, Howe is now working with multiple world-class players, and Lascelles is one of those who has seen their role curtailed.
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Furthermore, given the success of Botman and Fabian Schar’s collaboration, there is no reason to rotate.
But, after a long time of inactivity, Lascelles has finally reminded everyone at the club of his quality.
Howe is confident in Lascelles’ ability to perform at Newcastle.
Of course, Lascelles’ ability to lead has never been questioned.
Since arriving from Nottingham Forest all the way back in 2014, Lascelles has taken a lot of responsibility.
And things weren’t always as bright on Tyneside as they are now.
Newcastle fans will be disappointed to see their club captain sidelined, but the scenario is a sign of their growth.
Furthermore, Howe now appears to have no concerns that Lascelles, who earns £40k a week, is ready to continue his backup role at Newcastle.
Given the number of competitions in which Newcastle is competing, the 29-year-old will undoubtedly expect more opportunities this season.
And it’s one of Newcastle’s new acquisitions who has been breaking records in the Champions League recently.
On match day two, Sandro Tonali was proclaimed the quickest player in the league due to the high speed he clocked against PSG.
