Ghanaian winger Christian Atsu faces a tough challenge at Newcastle United next season as the club’s hunt for Brazilian winger Kennedy permanent intensifies.

Kennedy joined St. James Park on loan back in January from Chelsea and has since been Rafa Benitez’s preferred choice.

Atsu managed just one start following Kenedy’s full debut although, injury limited his game time in the final weeks of the campaign.

With the Brazilian back at Stamford Bridge, Atsu might be hoping that he can take back that first team place.

But if the reports circulating in the media are anything to go by, Benitez’s reported interest in swooping for 22-year-old on a permanent deal next summer doesn’t bode well for the Ghanaian.

By Daraja Mutari/Ghanaguardian.com