According to The Sun, the chairman of the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, is working on bringing Rafa Benitez back to Saint James’ Park if his £340 million takeover of Newcastle United becomes a success.
The Spaniard left Europe for Chinese Super League giants Dalian Yifang last summer after him and Magpies owner Mike Ashley could not agree to terms of a contract extension, and he has was replaced with Steve Bruce.
Benitez established himself as a huge fans’ favourite during his three-season stay on Tyneside, and the potential new owners are looking to kick start their reign with him in the dugout.