OPINION
If you ask any Newcastle fans one player who needs to be replaced in their squad at the moment, the chances are that many would say Javier Manquillo. The Spanish right-back has never really made an impact at St. James’ Park, and this season has been nothing short of a nightmare for the 24-year-old. Firstly, Manquillo has been limited to just four appearances in all competitions for the Magpies, with Rafa Benitez having several other players he has preferred over the former Liverpool player. Secondly, whenever he has been called upon Manquillo has been poor. The 24-year-old is likely suffering from a lack of regular playing time, but he has never really looked up to speed when selected. That was exactly what happened in this 1-1 draw on Wednesday, with Manquillo failing to impress and looking behind the pace at Goodison Park. Unfortunately for Manquillo, Benitez now needs to listen to these fans below and replace his compatriot in the January transfer window.
Nothing Manquillo does ever comes off. I'm staggered he keeps getting games. Never seen anyone try to cross a ball with a back-header.
— John (@1892JP) December 5, 2018
https://twitter.com/Jack__Lowden/status/1070417232205881344
Lucky to still be in the game, manquillo needs shipped off ASAP he’s all over the place. get Clark on at left back!
— Liam Hall (@Liam14Hall) December 5, 2018
It actually gets me down how bad Manquillo is
— colin oliver (@100Magpie) December 5, 2018
Manquillo panics so unnecessarily at times
— Joe (@halliday_9) December 5, 2018
Whats going on with Manquillo here man! Like a headless chicken
— Ross Miller (@RossMiller86) December 5, 2018
Manquillo is the worst player in the toon's history. Rather play Mike Hooper LB
— gashjones (@gashjones) December 5, 2018
We need an upgrade on Manquillo asap!!!!!!
— Jon Lamberton (@Lambie_Ov_Hebn) December 5, 2018
https://twitter.com/reecerobinson_/status/1070413962200707073
Manquillo is playing 2 leagues above himself
— Jake Sansom (@jakeysana) December 5, 2018