Unai Emery and Villa have been hamstring by the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR), and have enjoyed a quiet window so far after their hectic winter. Things surely would’ve played out differently had they usurped Newcastle in the table on the final day.

Eddie Howe's side showed how good they can be against Aston Villa, but their lack of firepower up front denied them a deserved win

Newcastle United have confirmed the signing of midfielder Jacob Ramsey from Aston Villa.The 24-year-old has put pen to paper on a five-year deal at St James’ Park, bringing an end to his long spell