Eddie Howe has performed miracles since succeeding Steve Bruce last year, and while outsiders point towards the £210million spent in the last two transfer windows, those around the club know United’s revival is down to more than just money.
Newcastle’s win in North London, plus encouraging displays against Manchester City, Liverpool and Manchester United already this season, has proven Howe’s men can compete with the so-called big boys, not just off the pitch but on it.
Here, NewcastleWorld takes a look at Newcastle owners’ estimated wealth - and how it compares to their top-flight rivals.

1. Brentford (20th) - Matthew Benham
Rumoured net worth: £3million Photo: Steve Bardens

2. Bournemouth (19th) - Maxim Demin
Rumoured net worth: £3million Photo: Mike Hewitt

3. Leeds United (18th) - Andrea Radrizzani
Rumoured net worth: £450million Photo: George Wood

4. Nottingham Forest (17th) - Evangelos Marinakis
Rumoured net worth: £510million Photo: LINDSEY PARNABY