Joelinton has become one of the first names on the teamsheet at Newcastle United under Eddie Howe - quite an achievement given that 12 months ago, many fans would have quite gladly seen him depart in the winter transfer window.
The Brazilan returned to the XI against Manchester United after recovering from injury and picked up from where he left off - among the top Toon players when it came to pass accuracy (68%) and tackles (3) and topping the list when it came to duels to won (6). It was a reminder of Joelinton's importance to the side - a roaming midfield who can carry the ball with ease but also put himself about a bit.
Amadou Onana found that out earlier as Newcastle took on Everton at St James' Park earlier this week - Joelinton wiping him out in the middle of the park and getting a caution for the tackle.
