Newcastle United are said to be closing in on a deal to sign Schalke midfielder Nabil Bentaleb on loan.
Newcastle United supporters appear to be divided over whether Nabil Bentaleb will be a good signing for the club.
The Chronicle claim that Newcastle are closing in on a deal to sign Bentaleb on loan from Schalke.
The Algerian international has struggled for game time this season, and a move to Newcastle could, therefore, appeal.
However, while some Newcastle fans are excited about the possibility of seeing Bentaleb at St. James’ Park, others are less keen on the idea.
Bentaleb’s past experience in English football came with Tottenham Hotspur, when he never really made a huge impact.
Bentaleb did show promise as a youngster in North London, but he failed to hold down a consistent place in Tottenham’s team.
At Newcastle the 25-year-old will have some strong competition for a first-team place.
Newcastle already have Matty and Sean Longstaff, as well as Jonjo Shelvey and Isaac Hayden who can play in central midfield.
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