Following the outstanding title-clinching campaign in the Championship last season, plenty of positivity and hope was surrounding the club for the first time in a long time. There was a buzz in the air; Rafa Benitez had pledged to the process and was committed to staying. Mike Ashley was finally rumoured to be willing to spend on the team and even said so in a …
For years now, Newcastle have lacked strength in depth in the middle of the park and Rafa knows it is a position that needs strengthening this summer. United must recruit new quality players and also let go of last season’s underperformers and deadweight. Our current players which can play in CM or CAM positions are: Shelvey, Hayden, Colback, Saivet, Ayoze, De Jong …
It has already been a frustrating window for Newcastle fans this summer, and it is only the 10th of July. There are still over seven weeks left in the summer transfer window, but Benitez would very much like to have the bulk of his business done as early as possible, and the Spaniard has been left frustrated by United’s immobility thus far. To date, the permanent …
In this three part series with Mark Douglas, chief sports editor at the Chronicle, gives us the lowdown regarding his book “Inside the Rafalution“. How has being involved with Newcastle United affected him? What made him write the book? A few minor spoilers could come up, but it won’t ruin a fabulous book on the story of Rafa Benitez and Newcastle United. – How much …
Any Newcastle fan who has kept even half an eye on this summer’s transfer dealings will recognise the daunting task facing Rafa Benitez. Today is only the 9th of July, but we have already seen some truly eye-watering fees paid out. Perhaps the most eye-catching so far was Nathan Aké’s move from Chelsea to Bournemouth. Aké spent six inconspicuous years on the west …
In this three part series with Mark Douglas, chief sports editor at the Chronicle, he gives us the lowdown regarding his book “Inside the Rafalution“. How has being involved with Newcastle United affected him? What made him write the book? A few minor spoilers could come up, but it won’t ruin a fabulous book on the story of Rafa Benitez and Newcastle United. – What …