Eddie and co's attitude. Quote from Ronnie article.

"Ciaran Clark is another who's contract is up while Loris Karius may also leave the Magpies. Where Howe strengthens is the question on every fan's lips this summer but he is keen to get players through the door in time for pre-season in early July meaning this could be a hectic month."

Eddie wants them in as soon as possible to get the togetherness squad bonding and working together as long as possible before the season start.

Whereas Fatso's attitude was to leave purchases, even if they were bargains, to the very last minute to, a) try to screw the price down and, b) to avoid paying wages during the out of season period.