Newcastle United fans here in the Tavern are still yet to get over the weekend’s victory against Southampton, as supporters now believe that the Magpies can escape the dreaded drop. 

Rafa Benitez’s side delivered arguably their most impressive performance so far this season on Saturday, after inflicting an emphatic 3-0 defeat on relegation contenders Southampton. Indeed, Newcastle United took a huge step towards ensuring Premier League safety, as they now sit five points above the relegation places in thirteenth position.

Encouragingly, the Magpies’ January transfer window business now seems to be paying off at St James’ Park, as Kenedy managed to grab a brace against the Saints on Saturday afternoon. Although, Rafa Benitez will be keen to bring a couple of star players to the club in the summer, in order to avoid a repeat of this season’s disasters.

Therefore, with the weekend’s victory giving Newcastle United some breathing space, the club can now turn their attention to possible additions in the transfer window. So, here’s a look at TWO stars that Benitez must urge Mike Ashley to bring to St James’ Park in the summer…

Vincent Aboubakar

Vincent Aboubakar has established himself as one of the most prolific strikers in the whole of world football, after scoring 26 goals and assisting six for his teammates so far this season.

Indeed, the 26-year-old offers brute strength and an incredible finishing ability, two attributes that the current batch of Newcastle United strikers are all lacking at the pinnacle of the attack.

Therefore, Rafa Benitez should urge Mike Ashley to bring the Portuguese Primeira Liga star to St James’ Park in the summer, as the player to solve the club’s current goalscoring problems.

James Maddison

James Maddison has been arguably the most impressive player in the Championship this season, and even put in a couple of classy performances against defending Premier League champions Chelsea in the FA Cup.

The Englishman has scored 13 goals from an attacking midfield position in the current campaign, and has nine assists to his name in what’s been a breakthrough season for the youngster.

Therefore, Newcastle United should look to bring the Championship star to the club in the summer months, with creativity in the final third being something that the Magpies have struggled to produce.