Howe’s meticulous nature has been central to Newcastle’s rise. His attention to detail borders on obsession, as one former colleague noted: “He’s unbelievably driven. The hours everyone works are ridiculous, and Eddie more than anyone. It’s relentless and he is relentless.”

Almiron spent six years at St. James’ Park after joining from Atlanta United in 2019 before rejoining the MLS side earlier this year.

Eddie Howe has said Newcastle United have the chance to make history by beating Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.