The developments experienced by Newcastle since the start of the season have added to the competition in the top four, Newcastle is on a positive trend which has made them finish in third place under Manchester City and Arsenal. Newcastle resurgence has made the Premier League even more competitive, regular clubs in the top four have struggled this season to get into the top four. Liverpool and Chelsea, who were unable to maintain their performance, had to be knocked out of the UCL zone.
Newcastle strength will certainly increase after bringing in new ammunition in the January transfer market, Newcastle will try to transform into a new giant in the Premier League after its status as a rich club. Top players will be brought in to compete with Manchester City and Arsenal in the remainder of the 2022/2023 season.
Newcastle's performance in the early half of the season has shown a positive trend, they have become one of the strongest challengers in this competition. but unfortunately, Newcastle had to be held to draws in their two matches and in the end Newcastle had tough competition with Man United and the teams under it.
IMO, even if, Newcastle adds new ammunition in this January transfer market. I don't think it's time for them to become strong challengers this season, at least they will perform more optimally next season. I doubt that Newcastle will be able to maintain their ranking especially now that the competition in the top 4 is getting more and more competitive. In fact, I'm quite optimistic that Manchester United will be able to overtake the ranking that Newcastle currently occupies.
in the end, the battle for 3rd and 4th was pretty tough for Eddie Howe's squad to keep him for the season. so, I don't think it's time for Newcastle this season, chances are they will perform more optimally next season.