Transfer talk not fair on Newcastle squad, says Rob Elliot

Goalkeeper Rob Elliot admits the ongoing debate about Newcastle's transfer activity could be having a detrimental effect on those currently at St James' Park.

After a summer of frustration in the market for boss Rafael Benitez following last season's promotion, the Magpies have opened the new Premier League term with back-to-back defeats to perhaps emphasise why the Spaniard is so keen for more new arrivals.