Newcastle United may have ended their toxic relationship with Mike Ashley in October 2021, but there were still lasting reminders of his turbulent ownership. Since PIF, PCP Capital Partners and the Rueben brothers completed the takeover of Newcastle, the club’s trajectory has only been positive. The Magpies remarkably escaped relegation during the 2021/22 campaign following Eddie Howe’s appointment as manager, and the club have not had to worry about the trap door to the Championship since. Before Newcastle’s takeover, the supporters felt numb and disillusioned with the club. It wasn’t enjoyab…