Newcastle 'didn't want' summer signing who is already out of Eddie Howe's first-team plans

Newcastle United 'didn't want' Matt Targett, who is already out of Eddie Howe's first-team plans at St James' Park

Matt Targett made the move to St James' Park on loan from Aston Villa in the January transfer window, before completing a permanent switch to the Magpies at the start of the summer.

However, the left-back has failed to impress Howe, who has preferred Dan Burn in the position in recent weeks.

And, according to The Telegraph, Newcastle 'didn't want' to sign Targett permanently in the summer, but were forced into a move after Aston Villa recalled him from his loan spell.

Howe is 'unconvinced' by Targett

The report claims that Howe is 'unconvinced' by Targett, who has started just three Premier League games this season.

Burn has been preferred to Targett in recent weeks, and the former Brighton defender is now seen as Howe's first-choice left-back.

Targett's future at Newcastle is now in doubt, with the Magpies reportedly open to selling him in the January transfer window.

Targett's struggles at Newcastle

Targett has struggled to adapt to life at Newcastle, and has been criticized for his performances.

The left-back has been caught out of position on several occasions, and has also been guilty of some poor defending.

Targett's struggles have led to Howe losing faith in him, and the Magpies boss is now looking to replace him in the January transfer window.