“Newcastle United’s MASSIVE Summer Exodus: FIVE Stars DITCH Club as £20M Mega-Deal Looms for £100K-a-Week Superstar!”

Newcastle United have secured short-term contract extensions for Fabian Schar, Martin Dubravka, and Emil Krafth, whose previous deals were set to expire this summer.

When asked if more renewals could be expected before the season ends, head coach Eddie Howe gave little away, replying with a smirk, “Who knows?”

Although further agreements remain possible, several players are still on course to leave once their contracts expire on June 30.

Newcastle have adopted a discreet approach to contract news recently, with extensions for Kieran Trippier, Jamaal Lascelles, and even Howe himself going unannounced.

It was only through reports from The Athletic that Lascelles’ contract was revealed to run until 2026, contrary to earlier assumptions. Similarly, Callum Wilson has an extension option within his current deal.

Wilson, 33, has struggled for consistent game time during an injury-plagued 2024-25 campaign, starting only once in the Premier League.

Despite still being valued by Howe and his staff, Wilson’s limited contribution over the past 18 months and high wages mean a decision over his future looms this summer.

Club captain Jamaal Lascelles also faces uncertainty. Despite being under contract until 2026, a serious ACL injury has sidelined him for over a year.

Howe, speaking earlier this month, said he was hesitant to set a comeback timeline, noting that Lascelles has resumed light, non-competitive training but is yet to engage fully with the first-team sessions. Whether he features before the season’s end remains uncertain.

Another player facing an unclear future is Jamal Lewis. After a loan spell at Sao Paulo was cut short by injury in January, Lewis was unexpectedly named in Newcastle’s 25-man Premier League squad for the second half of the season.

However, he has yet to feature in any matchday squads, with academy players like Sean Neave and Leo Shahar preferred instead.

Howe explained Lewis’ inclusion was more a formality than a reflection of fitness, as Lewis continues injury treatment away from the club.

The Premier League recommends clubs name any eligible players if their squad lists are not full, though it is not mandatory.

Goalkeeper Mark Gillespie’s future is also undecided.

Now in his fifth season at Newcastle, Gillespie remains a popular figure in training but has rarely been called upon for first-team duties.

His contracts have typically been renewed late, and although he is set to be a free agent this summer, another short-term deal cannot be ruled out.

John Ruddy, who joined on a free transfer last summer, shares a similar story. Though mainly a training-ground figure at 38, Ruddy has been on the bench eight times this season without making a competitive appearance.

Meanwhile, Lloyd Kelly’s departure seems far more certain. Signed on a five-year contract last summer, Kelly struggled for first-team opportunities and was loaned to Juventus in January.

He has become a regular starter for the Italian side, and Newcastle have agreed on an obligation-to-buy clause worth £20 million, dependent on performance-related criteria. The expectation is that Kelly will complete a permanent move this summer.

Discussing Kelly’s situation, Howe admitted the decision to let him leave was financially driven, citing the club’s efforts to manage Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) compliance.

Although reluctant to lose a player they believed in, Newcastle accepted the move as necessary for their long-term stability.

Howe added: “Lloyd leaves with our best wishes. I’m sure he’ll do well in Italy—it’s an exciting opportunity for him.”

In summary, while Newcastle have managed to secure short-term extensions for some players, many key decisions remain pending as the season draws to a close.

With financial factors and injury concerns influencing their choices, a significant summer of change could be on the horizon at St. James’ Park.