Newcastle manager Rafael Benitez said that "magpies" can not compete with their rivals in the Premier League in the transfer market.

Newcastle lost the last four games, scoring in them only one goal, and dropped to the 14th position in the standings.

"The reality is that the striker, who scores 20 goals per season, costs 40 million pounds, and for the average striker you need to give 20-30 million pounds," said Benitez.

"We compete with Huddersfield, Brighton or Burnley, but we can not afford those players who they sign. We can not give such amounts for transfers or pay such salaries as they pay ".

"We had a tough month, but we are able to get out of this situation. Our fans know why we ended up in it.

They appreciate this team, because all the players really care about the club ".

"Our goal for this season is to keep a residence permit in the Premier League".

With 14 points scored after 13 matches, Newcastle takes the 14th place in the Premier League standings with a break from the relegation zone of four points.

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