Newcastle boss Howe delighted with new Joelinton deal

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."