Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe is delighted seeing Joelinton penning a new deal.

The midfielder has extended his contract beyond 2025.

Howe said: “I go back to my first training session [at Newcastle] - I genuinely thought 'what a player he is'. I saw a player immensely talented and I was aware it hadn't gone well [before Howe arrived].

“In terms of Joelinton's position, I am not going to change history and say I saw his transition from a forward to midfielder initially, but he has taken that opportunity superbly well.

"I know at previous clubs he has played a deeper role. That transition comes about playing in England with the speed and strength [of the game].

"You have to adapt when you come from abroad - he is robust and everything you want him to be. He is like a brick wall. In part, that has made him the player he is."

Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal

Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal

Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal

Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal

Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal