Alan Shearer, a legendary player for Newcastle, expressed his concerns in his column. He described the situation as a "nightmare" and highlighted the club's poor transfer window as a major issue. The lack of a chief executive and sporting director has also been a point of contention, with Shearer questioning the decision-making process within the club.

Newcastle went into the summer without key leadership positions filled. The departure of Darren Eales as chief executive and Paul Mitchell as sporting director left a gap that has yet to be filled. This lack of direction may have hindered the club's ability to make successful transfers, leading to a sense of uncertainty and disappointment among fans.