Mystery Club(s) Try To Sign Perez

Last updated : 04 August 2016 By Footy Mad - Editor

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The Magpies boss refused to name the suitor or whether the two bids were from two different clubs, but insisted the 23-year-old would be staying at St James’ Park.

Reports this transfer window have linked Perez to a sensational move to Barcelona, but Benitez says the frontman is a key part of his plans ahead of their season opener against Fulham on Friday.

‘This year we have received two offers (for Perez),’ Benitez told BBC Newcastle. ‘We don’t want to sell him.

‘He has been working very hard during the summer, he is doing well. Directly, one coach was calling me, asking for him, with a good price to be fair.’

Ayoze made 22 Premier League appearances last season, grabbing six goals in the process and has played a full part in Newcastle’s pre-season friendlies.