Shola Ameobi believes it is make-or-break for him at Newcastle United in the weeks leading up to the January market.
The striker told the Evening Chronicle: "I don't know what the situation is at the moment. I won't speculate or assume or anything. Like any player, I have always said if I can't play here I will have to move on and nothing is different.
"But six weeks is a long time in football. We will see what happens.
"I am desperate to be in there and desperate to play. It isn't my decision. I have to work hard and make sure I stay fit.
"Playing in the reserves is a big help to me and playing games is good."
