ashfordNews Group Newspapers Ltd9Defoe looked in prime condition alongside younger stars like Adam LallanaI love playing for my country. Getty Images3Rafa Benitez is already planning ahead for next term with promotion looking more and mo. In November I had the chance to look a little bit further — but I was pleased with the squad. AP:Associated Press3Tiemoue Bakayoko played a key part in knocking Manchester City out of the Champi. ign next yearAnd Spaniard Benitez – who has guided Toon to the top of the Championship – wants owner Mike Ashley to stump up the cash for the Iceland ace in the summer if they win promotion. Keep up to date with ALL the latest FOOTBALL?news, gossip and rumoursReferee Tony Chapron sensed danger and sent the international stars to the dressing room for safety. Hes scored three times in seven games following a return from injury and is likely to feature strongly for the Gunners during the final part of the campaign. The radio station claims that the Gunners will make a £13million bid for the 29-year-old this summer. for Diego Simeones men this campaign, where he has banged in 22 goals in all competitions. GARETH SOUTHGATE says Wilfried Zaha did not have the passion to play for England.