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2 pros and 2 cons to keeping Cheick Tiote at Newcastle United

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Much has been made of Rafa Benitez’s rotation policy at Newcastle United during the opening stages of their Championship campaign. 

Unable to make too many changes during his brief time managing the Toon in the Premier League, the Spaniard has reverted to old ways in the second tier.

Even the myriad of ITK’s on social media have been kept guessing by the former Liverpool and Real Madrid coach in pretty much every game this season.

Still, as much as the Magpies have relied on their large squad, one name hasn’t been involved at all.

A certain Cheick Tiote.

Expected to leave over the course of the transfer window, the Ivorian remains on Tyneside, though what he’s doing these days is anyone’s guess.

But could he be reintegrated into the squad?

While Isaac Hayden has been mightily impressive in the holding role this term, the loss to Wolves on the weekend seemed to indicate Newcastle were lacking the bruiser’s presence.

With that in mind, here are TWO pros and TWO cons to Tiote staying at Newcastle.

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