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Three things learned about Newcastle in Swansea clash: Fringe figure can be the chosen one
Perez can be the chosen one
The Spanish playmaker has been rightly targeted by the Newcastle faithful for his lack of impact this season, but 2018 has so far been brilliant for the 24-year-old.
Three goals in two games meant Benitez had little choice but to start the attacker, and he repaid the manager’s faith with an energetic and hard working display up front.
The former fringe figure formed an impressive looking partnership with Dwight Gayle, which only failed to result in a goal as a result of his team mate’s wasteful nature in front of goal.
Newcastle have been desperately lacking that link between the midfield and attack but with this performance Perez has proven that he can be the chosen one.
In other Newcastle United news, the club are set for imminent talks over the bargain capture of a youth hot shot.