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.
13. Tottenham Hotspur (8th) - Daniel Levy and Joe Lewis
Rumoured net worth: £4.33billion Photo: Clive Rose
14. Wolverhampton Wanderers (7th)
Rumoured net worth: £5billion Photo: Catherine Ivill
15. Aston Villa (6th) - Wes Edens and Nassef Sawiris
Rumoured net worth: £5.3billion Photo: Stu Forster
16. Arsenal (5th) - Stan Kroenke
Rumoured net worth: £6.8billion Photo: Ronald Martinez