The knives are out at Newcastle UnitedThe knives are out over who is to blame for the Newcastle United demise. Newcastle United now seriously staring at a relegation battle whilst Spurs are viewing the lofty heights of a top six finish. Fans have heard for weeks that the Newcastle United leadership is all on the same page. The Newcastle United hierarchy should have been looking first and foremost at future leadership. Newcastle United have so many gaps to fill, both in positional terms and in terms of leadership.