Loan bid rejected: Newcastle must steal in and sign 55-time international from PL rivals
Lack of width
Although the Toon have just confirmed the signing of Jacob Murphy from Norwich for £12million, they are still largely lacking in width.
Now, Benitez has just Murphy, Christian Atsu and Matt Ritchie to choose from with Sammy Ameobi joining Bolton, and if one gets injured then he will be left to his bare bones.
Signing one more winger would help bolster his options and soften the blow if an injury is sustained, but bringing in quality is also important. Step forward, Gradel.