It has been a largely frustrating summer transfer window for Newcastle United with Rafael Benitez once again failing to land his top targets due to insufficient funds.
Benitez could still be looking to add creativity to his side, and despite the fact that the transfer window is slammed shut, the clubs in English football can sign free agents.
With that in mind, the Magpies should consider making a move for their former player Hatem Ben Arfa, who is available on a free transfer following his release from Paris Saint-Germain.
Ben Arfa joined Newcastle on loan in 2010 from French club Marseille, and was signed permanently the following season.