Newcastle United have confirmed that Joe White has signed his first professional deal with the club.
The 17-year-old impressed enough in the summer to be promoted to the first-team base to join the senior squad in training.
White is believed to have agreed to a long-term deal after excelling in the Under-18s and Under-23s this term.
Newcastle Academy manager Joe Joyce said: "I'm delighted we've been able to offer Joe his first professional contract.
"His progress and performances have thoroughly warranted it.
"He's performed consistently well at under-18 level and he's also had opportunities with the under-23s, as well as training with the first team.
"He's a very level-headed individual and I would expect this to inspire him to continue his good work, and hopefully he'll be recognised on the international stage sooner rather than later."
