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Newcastle United boss explains Atsu's bench relegation after Almiron arrival

Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez has shed light on his preference for January signing Miguel Almiron to Ghana attacker Christian Atsu in team selections.

The Ghanaian, who is yet to score for the Magpies this season, has become a bench-warmer following the arrival of the Paraguayan.

In fact, the Black Star is yet to start a league game since Almiron was handed his full debut in a 2-0 triumph over Huddersfield Town on 23 February.

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Alivron, who has become first-choice on the left side of attack, has not yet found the back of the net of his new club, but Benitez was unconcerned about the former Atlanta United player's goal drought.