After holding talks with owner Mike Ashley, Rafael Benitez has decided to stay at Newcastle United despite the club's relegation.
Rafael Benitez will stay on as Newcastle United boss after signing a three-year contract, despite the club's relegation from the Premier League.
The former Real Madrid head coach took charge at St James' Park after the sacking of Steve McClaren in March, but was unable to prevent the club from dropping into the Championship.
Newcastle fans have given firm backing to the Spaniard despite his failure to beat the drop, with their side having ended the season on a six-game unbeaten run that culminated in a 5-1 thrashing of Tottenham on the final day of the season.