Money wasn't the only reason for Newcastle United's Premier League survival says Eddie Howe

When the former Bournemouth boss took over the Magpies, the club was winless, sat 19th in the Premier League table and had a mere five points to their name. 

However, following the Saudi-backed takeover of the club, Newcastle went on a £90million spending spree during the January transfer window - one which included the signings of Kieran Trippier, Chris Wood and Bruno Guimaraes.

While Howe admits that January's transfer business helped his cause, he has played down the idea that money was solely responsible for the team's achievements.

Newcastle currently find themselves in 14th place with two games still to play.

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