Ashley has slashed the wage bill by more than £30million a year from around £75million in the immediate aftermath of relegation.
Fabricio Coloccini has told Alan Pardew he wants to be part of his new-look team next season and his close pal Jonas Gutierrez also wants to stay in Toon.
But, like any player, they would be obliged to talk to bidding clubs if an offer is accepted and would work in full accordance with Newcastle.
Coloccini has been subject of interest from La Liga side Seville. But with the defender earning £90,000 per week the Spaniards would struggle to match his current salary.
Coloccini: “I am happy at Newcastle, and when I hear the fans singing my name it gives me a special feeling.
“Now it is about the future at Newcastle and working towards next season.
“Our first aim was to be safe last season and we achieved it.
“Next season we will look to move up the table again.
“We work well together as a team and I think that showed when it mattered last season.
“Hopefully we can get better results at home, win more matches than last year and climb up the table."
Gutierrez – who is represented by his parents rather than an agent – is keen to stay and fight for his place at Newcastle next term.
The winger’s contract still has another two years to run, but he must contend with new boy Sylvain Marveaux for a slot in midfield next season.
NEWCASTLE UTD FIXTURES:-
Saturday 13th August 2011
Newcastle United v Arsenal 15:00
Saturday 20th August 2011
Sunderland v Newcastle United 15:00
Saturday 27th August 2011
Newcastle United v Fulham 15:00
Saturday 10th September 2011
Queens Park Rangers v Newcastle United 15:00
Saturday 17th September 2011
Aston Villa v Newcastle United 15:00
Saturday 24th September 2011
Newcastle United v Blackburn Rovers 15:00
Saturday 01st October 2011
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Newcastle United 15:00
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