Could not subscribe, try again later Invalid EmailNewcastle manager Rafa Benitez has told the St James’ Park hierarchy to back him in the January transfer ­window – or risk a second relegation in three years. Originally, boss Benitez had made advanced moves for Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham, who, instead, joined ­Swansea and recently made his England debut against ­Germany. (Image: Getty)Benitez doesn’t want a repeat of his underwhelming last window – ­whoever is in charge of the club in January. Owner Mike Ashley is attempting to sell up for as close to his £380million asking price as he can get. That would leave Ashley still in control of the transfer funds and, with a sale imminent, ­reluctant to splash the cash.

Source: Daily Mirror November 18, 2017 22:30 UTC