• Star names expected to be retained on top of signings
• Plans under scrutiny for rebuild or move to new ground

The future of Newcastle United is set to be shaped by a series of so-called “summit meetings” staged in the Northumberland countryside this month.

While the club’s chair, Yasir al-Rumayyan will this week scrutinise plans to either rebuild St James’ Park or move to a new build stadium in nearby Leazes Park, a recruitment forum held last week began formulating blueprints for the summer transfer market.