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Report: Rafael Benitez chasing four transfers at Newcastle United

Rafael Benitez, Manager of Newcastle United celebrates with the Championship trophy after the Sky Bet Championship match between Newcastle United a...
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Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez is looking to considerably strengthen his squad this summer.

Rafael Benitez, Manager of Newcastle United celebrates with the Championship trophy after the Sky Bet Championship match between Newcastle United and Barnsley at St James' Park on May 7,...

According to the Chronicle, Rafael Benitez is still chasing four new signings at Newcastle United.

Newcastle are said to be after a striker, a right-back, an attacking midfielder and a winger this summer, with Benitez wanting to strengthen his squad.

Newcastle have so far been quiet in the transfer window, with Martin Dubravka and Ki-Sung Yeung their only permanent additions.

Newcastle United manager Rafa Benitez is seen during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Chelsea at St. James Park on May 13, 2018 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England.

However, the Magpies are intending to step up their pursuit for new additions in the coming weeks.

Newcastle want at least four new players added to their squad this summer as Benitez seeks to improve the quality on his starting line-up.

Benitez kept Newcastle in the Premier League comfortably last season, but has expressed a desire to start challenging for trophies.

Newcastle United's Spanish manager Rafael Benitez shouts instructions to his players from the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Newcastle...

It is still not clear what Benitez’s transfer budget is this summer, although he is thought to be able to re-invest any funds raised from player sales into purchasing new players.

Newcastle have recently been linked with the likes of Andros Townsend, Kenedy and Alessane Plea.