It has not been the most serene of summers for Newcastle United thus far. Indeed, Eddie Howe has been forced to admit his disappointment at losing talented young players in Yankuba Minteh and Elliot Anderson as Newcastle had to raise funds before a PSR-imposed points deduction came their way. For their part, owners PIF are said to have been unhappy about it too. Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi – two key allies for Howe at St James’ Park – have left the club, news that is said to have hit the head coach hard. READ MORE: Newcastle confirmed signings, departures, loans & released players in…