Newcastle have spent the decade looking inwards, cutting costs to remain afloat, but the summer takeover by Red Bull has given them a world perspective.
The early weeks of the close season at Kingston Park were notable only for players departing in search of financial security as the proposed takeover dragged on.
It reached the point where Newcastle barely had enough players to form a team, never mind a squad, but come the end of July and signings we’re announced in quick succession with players coming from all over the globe.
Plenty of new signings
Three back rowers have been signed, Ama...