Eddie Howe is confident that Joe Willock has a big 2023 in store - and insists there is more to come from the former Arsenal youngster.
Willock heads back to his old club with Newcastle suddenly finding themselves in a grapple for a Champions League place. The midfielder has been a mainstay in Howe's team with 20 appearances, two goals and two assists so far.
Looking ahead to new year for Willock, Howe, speaking at his Press conference, said: "I have been really pleased with Joe. I think he is maturing nicely.
READ MORE: Retro sponsor has fans dreaming, January rethink and sign of progress
"I think he's got really good raw ability. He's very athletic and has an eye for goal, technically he's very good and tactically he is improving.
"He has been excellent for me. I have forged an excellent relationship with him and I really like him as a person. I think the big thing with Joe is there's a lot more to come. And I am excited about his future."
READ NEXT:
- Newcastle United make Martin Dubravka loan decision after Manchester United loan spell
- Kieran Trippier excited by Newcastle United owners' plans for 2023
- New St James' developments, Elliot Anderson loan talk and Academy shake up
- Newcastle United rocked by new injury blow as defender could miss 'months'
- Bruno Guimares speaks of 'anxious' Newcastle in Leeds stalemate but hails 2022
