Rafael Benítez waiting for answers from Newcastle owner Mike Ashley

• Manager wants change in transfer policy
• ‘If you want to win trophies you need experience’

Rafael Benítez has likened his protracted contract negotiations with Mike Ashley to the government’s seemingly interminable Brexit talks.

The Newcastle manager’s deal ends next month and while there is a mutual desire to renew it several sticking points have slowed discussions with the club’s owner. Things appear to have reached an impasse.

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