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Report: Mike Ashley opens transfer talks with Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez

Rafael Benítez the head coach (Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)
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Newcastle United owner Mike Ashley is said to be ready to make some transfer moves this month.

Newcastle United Manager Rafael Benitez during the FA Cup Third Round Replay match between Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United at Ewood Park on January 15, 2019 in Blackburn, United...

According to a report in the Daily Mail, Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez has finally opened transfer talks with owner Mike Ashley.

Benitez has made no secret of his desire to make signings at Newcastle, but he has been unable to bring any new players to St. James’ Park so far.

Ashley seemingly does not want to give the Newcastle boss a big budget to spend, as his future on Tyneside remains highly uncertain.

Benitez though could finally be able to make moves in the transfer window soon, as he is now in talks with Ashley.

Ashley is reportedly now not going to sell Newcastle this month, despite interest in the club.

Newcastle United Manager Rafael Benitez arrives for  the FA Cup Third Round Replay match between Blackburn Rovers and Newcastle United at Ewood Park on January 15, 2019 in Blackburn,...

And while Newcastle fans may be disappointed about that development, the possibility that they will now make some transfer moves is sure to be greeted with joy.

Newcastle are currently sat just above the relegation zone, after beating Cardiff City 3-0 at the weekend.

Newcastle United Manager Rafael Benitez during the Newcastle United Training session at the Newcastle United Training Centre on January 03, 2019 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.