Newcastle United boss Rafa Benitez plots swoop for out of favour Stoke City forward Joselu
Magpies boss plotting swoop to bring his fellow countryman to the North East as he aims to solve striker crisis
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NEWCASTLE UNITED are trying to sign Stoke forward Joselu.
Rafa Benitez has earmarked the Spaniard as the man to solve his striker shortage.
The Magpies are desperately trying to bolster their firepower this summer.
And Toon boss Benitez views the 27-year-old as the affordable option.
Newcastle insist they are yet to make a bid for Joselu.
But Benitez is very keen on bringing his countryman to St James' Park.
Joselu has been a man in form for the Potters this pre-season.
He has scored four goals for Mark Hughes’ side as they prepare for their return to the Premier League.
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Joselu spent last season on loan back in Spain at Deportivo La Coruna.
He bagged five goals in 20 appearances during his spell back in his homeland.
Stoke splashed out £5.75million when he moved from Hannover 96 two years ago.
However, he has suffered a lean spell in front of goal during his time in England.
In 22 appearances he has only scored four goals.
Newcastle have also been linked with a move for Arsenal misfit Lucas Perez.
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