Christian Atsu on standby to line up for Newcastle United against Cardiff City with Matt Ritchie suspended
Wednesday 02 November 2016
Ghana winger Christian Atsu is on standby to start for Newcastle United ahead of their Championship clash against Cardiff City on Saturday following the suspension of Matt Ritchie.
The 24-year-old has not been a consistent starter due to the presence of the Scottish winger and climbed off the bench in the Magpies 2-1 win at Preston North End last weekend.
But the Ghanaian, who has started two leagues matches so far, is expected to get the nod to replace the suspended Ritchie.
Atsu is a like-for-like replacement for Ritchie, 27, as he could slot into Benitez's formation of 4-2-3-1.
The Black Stars wideman is loan from Chelsea where he has impressed so far.
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