Rafa Benitez reacts to reports linking Mikel Merino with a return to Spain
Rafa Benitez has dismissed reports linking Mikel Merino with a return to Spain.
By The Newsroom
Published 30th Jan 2018, 13:42 BST- 1 min read
Updated 30th Jan 2018, 13:45 BST


Marca claimed that the midfielder, signed on a permanent deal from Borussia Dortmund early this season, could leave Newcastle United before tomorrow night's transfer deadline.
Athletic Bilbao have been credited with an interest in the 21-year-old.
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Hide AdHowever, United manager Benitez will not let Merino leave St James's Park.
Asked about the reports, Benitez said: “No. I have some messages from Spanish journalists and they say no.”