Sky Sports pundit Charlie Nicholas has issued his verdict on Newcastle United's performances during the 2019/20 season and has declared that Steve Bruce's style is more attacking than Rafael Benitez.
The Magpies finished the season in 13th position, 10 points clear of the relegation zone, but the campaign has been shrouded in uncertainty due to the ongoing takeover saga.
While questions continue to be asked behind the scenes, the on-field performances have earned plenty of praise and presents a solid platform to build upon next term.
Among those to praise Bruce's side is former Arsenal striker Nicholas, who outlined his belief that Bruce has done a better job than his predecessor.
"Some Newcastle fans are questioning how dare we suggest Steve Bruce has done as good a job as Rafa Benitez, but come on guys, he has," he told Sky Sports.
"A lot of people didn't want him there, didn't like the style, but I think he's been more attacking than Rafa.
"Not as well-drilled defensively, but for what he had, and what he's done, Allan Saint-Maximin's been a good signing, Miguel Almiron has enjoyed himself, Joelinton's been a bit of a disaster though.
"He ended up playing a decent attacking style which Newcastle fans would, if they're sitting over their beer in the stadium, say he did a good job but not as good as Rafa - you'd say really?
"The position he finished in the league? There wasn't even one bit of sweat on the brow about going down, which you got with Rafa."
