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Newcastle United should consider Fernando Torres on a free transfer

Fernando Torres of Club Atletico de Madrid celebrates after scoring his teamÕs opening goal during the La Liga match between Atletico Madrid and De...
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Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez has a good relationship with Fernando Torres.

Fernando Torres of Chelsea receives instructions from Manager Rafael Benitez during the Barclays Premier League match between Stoke City and Chelsea at the Britannia Stadium on January 12,...

Newcastle United should consider bringing in Fernando Torres in the summer, as his contract at Atletico Madrid is set to expire.

Torres could be available on a free at the end of the season, and is Rafael Benitez is known to be a huge fan of the forward.

Benitez got the very best out of Torres during their time together at Liverpool, and if he could repeat to trick at St. James’ Park, the Spanish forward would be a wonderful addition.

Fernando Torres of Liverpool looks on during the Barclays Premier League match between Liverpool and Fulham at Anfield on January 26, 2011 in Liverpool, England.

Torres is, of course, 33-years-old now and is reaching the twilight of his career.

But on a free transfer he could offer Newcastle a great deal of quality and experience.

Fernando Torres of Club Atletico de Madrid runs with the ball during the La Liga match between Atletico Madrid and Malaga at Wanda Metropolitano stadium on September 16, 2017 in Madrid,...

Torres may not have the electric pace he once did, but he has a credible record of seven goals in 33 matches across all competitions this season.

And, considering Newcastle would not have to pay a transfer fee, he could present an attractive option to Benitez’s side.