“He’s been picked on a lot of recent camps because he’s very consistent. He’s performing for us and that’s being seen by the staff and coaches.
Newcastle have made a number of academy additions this summer, including under-21s pair Cathal Heffernan and Reece Byrne.
Heffernan joined from Serie A giants AC Milan earlier this week, while his countryman Byrne arrived in June. Both players have represented the Republic of Ireland at youth level.
Meanwhile, Michael Mills of League One side Port Vale and Oldham Athletic prospect Sam Alabi have joined the Magpies’ academy ranks at under-15s and under-16s level.