How did Newcastle become one of the worst spenders in the Premier League?

How did Newcastle become one of the worst spenders in the Premier League?
Newcastle United transfers: Fans notice Steve Bruce’s Alan Pardew-like comments

Newcastle United transfers: Fans notice Steve Bruce’s Alan Pardew-like comments
Pardew remarks on Carroll return

Pardew remarks on Carroll return
Edwards mentions Pardew

Edwards mentions Pardew
Roeder gives Ashley credit, takes pop at Pardew

Roeder gives Ashley credit, takes pop at Pardew
Pardew delivers verdict on Newcastle

Pardew delivers verdict on Newcastle
Toon army furious after reports striker could leave for relegation rivals

Toon army furious after reports striker could leave for relegation rivals
Baggies join race for Newcastle striker

Baggies join race for Newcastle striker
Magpies set for reunion with former boss at the Hawthorns

Magpies set for reunion with former boss at the Hawthorns