The Toon Army here in the Tavern are looking to the January transfer window as a huge part of their survival, with additions to the squad going a long way to securing their top-flight status.
Newcastle United found themselves in the second-tier of English football for the first time since 2010 in their last campaign, as one of the Premier League’s most historic football clubs found themselves spending time away.
Indeed, Rafa Benitez managed to bring the club straight back to the Premier League, where they now find themselves once again flirting with a possible relegation.
Although, with a major shuffle of the squad being required, Rafa Benitez will hope he has the right resources to bring in the players that he desires this transfer window, despite the potential takeover on Tyneside stalling of late.
Of course, when you’re struggling to score goals there’s always going to be changes needed, as an ineffective striker and a lack of creativity is something the Spaniard will need to attend to.
Nevertheless, here’s a look at TWO stars he really needs Charnley to bring to the club this month…
Fernando Torres
The 33-year-old will always be known in the Premier League for his outrageous goal-scoring ability, and as a Kop legend in the red parts of Merseyside.
However, he’s shown no signs of letting up with his age, as he continues to produce goals in reduced minutes for Spanish giants Atletico Madrid.
Indeed, with the likes of Antoine Griezmann and Diego Costa in Madrid’s line-up it’s hard to force a permanent place in the side, and at his current age, regular minutes are what can keep his career alive.
With Newcastle United having already shown an interest in the striker during the month of November, it’s about time Benitez reignited the links of a reunion with a move that would see the Spaniard return to the Premier League for one last time.
Tom Cairney
Tom Cairney has established himself as Fulham’s star player in the Championship, as his trickery and dribbling skills continue to add to his array of attacking brilliance.
Indeed, the 26-year-old never fails to display moments of class at Craven Cottage, with goals and assists becoming a regular theme in the Scotsman’s game.
In a Newcastle United side that struggles with creativity in the final-third with Matt Ritchie as the only real distributor, the Toon Army would thrive off having Cairney in their side with him becoming an unstoppable force when his creative juices get flowing.
Newcastle United were linked with making a move for the attacking-midfielder this month, as Fulham’s interest in Dwight Gayle could allow for the Magpies to come to some sort of agreement.
