LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 12: Jonjo Shelvey of Newcastle United celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Fulham FC and Newcastle United at Craven Cottage on May 12, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Alex Broadway/Getty Images)

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The 17 Newcastle United players at risk of being axed by the Magpies this summer

By Liam.Kennedy1

Published 15th Jun 2019, 10:45 GMT

Updated 15th Jun 2019, 12:02 GMT

Takeover talk and Rafa Benitez’s future have taken centre stage at Newcastle United this summer – but what about transfers and the current squad?

Here we take a look at the 17 players who could face the axe at St James’s Park, whether Spaniard Benitez stays or not.

17. Achraf Lazaar

Achraf Lazaar (above) in action for Benevento, has become a loan ranger. Did impress down at Sheffield Wednesday last season and Steve Bruce has talked about rescuing the Moroccan from his Newcastle United nightmare. Photo: Enrico Locci

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The 17 Newcastle United players at risk of being axed by the Magpies this summer

Takeover talk and Rafa Benitez’s future have taken centre stage at Newcastle United this summer – but what about transfers and the current squad?

17. Achraf Lazaar

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