Newcastle’s fight to remain in the Premier League has ended successfully, with the club looking to push into a top-half finish in the season’s finale, but another stern fight awaits on Tyneside this summer.
Rafael Benitez’s future at St. James’ Park remains under intense speculation as he enters the final year of his deal, having recently been linked with Arsenal and Napoli, with the Spaniard seeking demands before he signs an extension.
The Magpies boss is keen to remain at the club but wants assurances from the board that he will receive financial backing in the transfer market and The Chronicle has identified the four demands Benitez is making.
Benitez wants assurances over his summer transfer budget, backing to sign ‘experienced’ players, wants full control of all ‘football-related matters’ and confirmation of the club’s long-term ambition if he’s to pen a new deal with the Magpies.
In an ideal world, Benitez would remain with the club and is more than happy to do so but he wants Newcastle’s own ambition to match his.
