Newcastle United news: Benitez faces media, Ashley takes hands-on role
Rafa Benitez will face the media this afternoon ahead of Newcastle United's FA Cup replay against Birmingham City.
The club clubs face each other tomorrow night in a third-round replay at St James's Park.
Benitez will be asked for the latest on the club's injured players at his 1pm Press conference.
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Hide AdVurnon Anita is facing at least two months on the sidelines after damaging ankle ligaments in Saturday's 2-1 win over Brentford.
Benitez will also face questions on the club's transfer business.
It has emerged that owner Mike Ashley – who was at Griffin Park – has taken a more hands-on role over the past fortnight.
For news and updates from Rafa Benitez's media call, follow NUFC writer Miles Starforth on Twitter here