Hughton ready to unleash Ben Arfa

Newcastle boss Chris Hughton is relishing the chance to unleash French winger Hatem Ben Arfa on the Barclays Premier League.   The 23-year-old loan signing from Marseille could be involved for the first time against Blackpool as he and fellow new-boys Cheik Tiote and Sol Campbell stake their claims.   Hughton said: "He is a very, very gifted footballer who can play anywhere across the frontline, although most people will have seen him play on the left. He is very gifted on the ball."

Source: PA