Benitez should give these 3 Newcastle players a chance against Leeds

Daryl Murphy

If Benitez decides against recalling Mitrovic, he could opt for former Ipswich Town striker Daryl Murphy to lead the line against Monk’s Leeds.

The Republic of Ireland international moved to St James’ Park last summer after three excellent years at Portman Road, although he had to wait until January for his Championship debut for the Magpies in their loss at Blackburn on January 2.

However, since then he has reminded us all why he is one of the most prolific strikers in the second tier with four goals and an assist in 11 appearances, which included a goal in a man-of-the-match display against Huddersfield last month.

Murphy hasn’t netted in his last three appearances for Benitez’s men, but may well lead the line in Gayle’s absence against Leeds.