3 Newcastle United players Benitez has to start against Brentford

Karl Darlow

After beginning the season behind Matz Sels, the Midlander has now started the last two league games between the sticks.

While conceding three against Norwich may not have helped his claim for the number one spot, a shutout at Rotherham has surely put him in pole position for a start.

It may seem harsh on Sels after he was dropped after his mistake at Aston Villa, but since his own clanger in the Midlands against West Brom, Darlow has proved solid and reliable.

The ‘keeper also has experience of the Championship which could prove vital if he is given a run in the side.