Newcastle United fans here in the Tavern are hoping their side can avoid the dreaded drop, after a rather disappointing first season back in the Premier League. 

The Magpies have had a season to forget as the possibility of relegation continues to haunt our local northerners, with Rafa Benitez struggling to rally his troops at crucial times. Although, there has been some positives to take away from the current campaign, with January transfer window business paying off massively in the second half of the season.

Indeed, Newcastle United signed Kenedy on loan until the end of the season in the January transfer window, a piece of business that’s certainly reaped its rewards in their bid for survival. And, the Magpies will be desperate to pull off another piece of brilliance on the transfer front in the summer, as they’ll look to prepare for the challenges of next season.

Nevertheless, here’s a look at TWO players that can be as good as Kenedy next season…

Andre Schurrle

Andre Schurrle seems to be getting better with age as he’s enjoyed another successful season with Borussia Dortmund, and doesn’t look like slowing up anytime soon.

Indeed, the German has contributed goals and assists in the current campaign as a well-rounded attacking player, with Newcastle calling out for a player of his ability and pedigree.

Therefore, Schurrle could be as good as Kenedy next season if they manage to secure his services in the summer, as a proven Premier League player that can produce goals and assists on a regular basis.

Danny Welbeck

Danny Welbeck has struggled to break into Arsenal’s starting XI in the current campaign, but has always delivered for the Gunners when he’s been called on by Arsene Wenger.

Indeed, the Englishman certainly knows how to find the net with a healthy amount of goals to his name thus far, something that the Magpies could certainly of benefited from this season.

Therefore, the 27-year-old could easily be as good as Kenedy next season at the pinnacle of Newcastle’s attack, as a natural-born goalscorer that’s proven his worth in the Premier League throughout his career.