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As Newcastle navigates injury issues and a need for depth, their decision to part with Kelly speaks volumes about the larger competitive landscape. Analysts noted that despite Newcastle's financial advantages, the club is impeded by PSR and financial fair play rules—regulations that may be leaving them at a relative disadvantage.
“There’s got to be some way of adding value to that business,” said one commentator. The notion that clubs should be allowed a grace period in which to build up their squads was discussed, stressing that the focus should not just be on immediate financial balance but also on long-term competitiveness.