Newcastle United fans here in the bar at the Football Transfer Tavern are ready to see their side kickstart their season following the end of the international break.

Their 3-0 win last time out against West Ham was the Magpies’ first win of the season following a disastrous start which saw Benitez’s men go down to Tottenham Hotspur which was followed by a lackluster performance in their second game in which they lost to fellow new boys Huddersfield Town.

These results paired with the lack of activity in the transfer window did worry the Newcastle fans in the Tavern, however, with a manager having the pedigree of Rafa Benitez and a squad that is still full to the brim, the Geordies in the Tavern believe things are on the up for their side.

However, some of the Magpies in the Tavern are still not confident and they would like to see some free agents come through the St James’ Park gates in the coming weeks.

Our landlord, as ever, has listened in on the discussion and he has outlined two free agents that Benitez should definitely consider signing.

Check them out here…

Giuseppe Rossi

With Benitez only managing to sign Joselu to boost his striker options, our landlord believes that the Newcastle squad need another striker in order to find the goals needed to survive in the Premier League this season and has outlined former Manchester United man, Giuseppe Rossi as a potential option.

The Italian is nearing full fitness and despite a tragic injury record, it is well known that he possess an eye for goal which is vital in the Premier League these days.

The Magpies in the Tavern agree and they would not be adverse to seeing Rossi boost their squad,

Sebastian Bassong

The 31-year-old was sensational at Newcastle in his first stint at the club and his performances then really built a rapport with the Magpies in the Tavern.

Our landlord agrees but with many mentioning that Bassong has been a part in a relegation six times in the last nine seasons, he may have to do some more convincing in order to prove the Frenchman is the right fit for Rafa Benitez’s men.