Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has expressed significant relief regarding forward William Osula's decision not to depart the club on transfer deadline day, noting that the 22-year-old now presents himself as the "complete package." Osula had been on the verge of a transfer to Eintracht Frankfurt last month, but the proposed move ultimately fell through, a turn of events that has proven beneficial for the Magpies.

Since the close of the transfer window, Osula has made a notable impact across various competitions, including the Premier League, Carabao Cup, and Champions League. His growing influence was particularly evident in Newcastle's recent match against Fulham, where he played a crucial role in setting up Bruno Guimaraes' decisive 90th-minute winning goal.

Howe's appreciation for Osula's contributions has intensified, especially in light of Yoane Wissa's knee injury sustained while on international duty with DR Congo. Despite record signing Nick Woltemade retaining his position as the first-choice striker, Osula's emergence provides vital depth and offensive options for the team.

Reflecting on the initial transfer considerations, Howe stated, "The next step was for Will to try and play regularly, so that was the aim [with the Frankfurt move], especially with us bringing two strikers in." This indicates that while the club had initially considered facilitating a move for Osula to gain more playing time, his unexpected retention and subsequent performance have reshaped the team's dynamics and solidified his place within Newcastle's attacking lineup.