Rafa Benitez is keen to add Juan Mata to his Newcastle United squad this summer.

Mata is out of contract at Manchester United and it is unclear if he will be offered a new deal.

He is also attracting interest from Barcelona, but Newcastle would guarantee him a starting spot.

According to the Chronicle, Benitez sees Mata as a key figure who could help improve the team's creativity going forward.

Benitez is also eager to add experience to his midfield, as they may lose players such as Mo Diame, Jonjo Shelvey and Isaac Hayden.

It is unclear if Mata is tempted by Newcastle, but the player has not made any final decisions about his future yet.