Newcastle has had a challenging start to the season, sitting 13th in the league with six points from their first five games. After their 0-0 draw with Bournemouth, Howe reflected on the team's performance, noting that they are naturally a different team without Isak's attacking style. He stated that they are "evolving" and adapting to their new dynamics.

When asked about Woltemade's performance, Howe praised his footwork and link play, saying he was "very effective." However, he emphasized the need for the team to get used to Woltemade's style and create more opportunities for him to shine.

Howe expressed hope that the team is developing into a better version of itself, but acknowledged that it may take time to adjust to the changes.