In that press conference, Howe suggested that “business logic is taking over from football logic” across the Premier League, due to the shackling nature of profit and sustainability rules (PSR).
Having been “forced” to sell Elliot Anderson (to Nottingham Forest) and Yankuba Minteh (to Brighton) in June, Howe accepted further exits, including Dubravka’s, are dictated by financial requirements as well as on-field needs.
Newcastle have limited scope to make signings this in this month’s transfer window, especially without outgoings first, yet Howe insisted the club will be flexible and ready should an opportunity arise.
He desires a right-winger, centre-back and — should Dubravka depart — ideally another goalkeeper, with Burnley’s James Trafford admired.
