Newcastle United news: Benitez faces media, Liverpool target defender

Benitez's side take on Wigan Athletic looking to cement their place at the top of the Championship.

And United's manager will face the media ahead of the game.

Benitez will be asked about Newcastle goalkeeper Rob Elliot, who has made a successful return from surgery on his cruciate ligament.

Issac Hayden has been speaking ahead of the Wigan game.

And the United midfielder has a warning for the rest of the Championship.

Meanwhile, Liverpool have been scouting a Newcastle defender. Find out which one here.

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