Joelinton has revealed he is not daunted after being handed the number 9 shirt.
The Brazilian forward arrives on Tyneside after scoring just seven goals in the Bundesliga.
But Newcastle feel they have paid for his potential at £40million.
When asked about the move, Joelinton said: "I am really happy about this, it is tremendous trust and faith to give me the legendary number 9 shirt.
"I will help my team-mates on the pitch.
"It's a really big club with a huge tradition.
"I have watched the Premier League since I was little.
"I really hope to make progress here."
Joelinton then played down any comparisons with Roberto Firmino who left Germany and has turned into a real star with Liverpool.
He said: "We're a different type of player..
"Firmino plays at 10 as he does for Liverpool.
"I have always been a 9.
"I like to put the comparisons with Bobby to one side.
"I'd like to make my own history here."
But he indicated he was ready to to pull on a black and white shirt.
He said: "I have been training in pre-season with Hoffenheim.
"Today was tough but I am feeling good and I am really happy to be here."
