The Magpies are in a tight 2-way race for the Championship top prize with Brighton and Hove and would need more quality players in their squad to improve their chances of edging the current leaders out in the second-tier campaign.
Newcastle have been linked with many players in the January transfer window, and with a few hours away from the deadline, some signings must be completed to help add strength to Benitez squad which has obviously lacked depth thus far.
Here are 3 deadline signings Newcastle should still try to complete in the last hours as we count down to the 11 pm transfer deadline on January 31.
Andros Townsend
The Crystal Palace winger is top of Benitez’s wishlist for January, and a reunion is said to be on the books. However, the Selhurst Park outfit wants a permanent exit for the speedster, while Newcastle are only interested in a temporary deal.
Most recent reports claim Palace would only allow a deal if Chancel Mbemba is allowed to go the other way on a loan deal. The DR Congo defender has fallen out of favour at the Saint James’ Park this term but is still a quality backup anytime he’s called upon.
For all its worth, Newcastle have to sacrifice the Congolese in order to get Townsend as he’s one of the few feasible signings sure to walk straight into the Toons’ starting XI and add more verve to their attack if he returns.
The 25-year-old is arguably an upgrade on Ritchie, Atsu and Gouffran, and his ability to play on both wings would be able to provide Benitez the best of options in the coming months.
Landing the former Tottenham winger is a deal that could go a long way in securing the Championship title for Newcastle.
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