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Lee Ryder

Joelinton thanks Newcastle supporters after reflecting on 'tough start' to life at St James' Park

Joelinton has revealed he is working every day to repay the Newcastle United faithful for their unwavering support. During Joelinton's first season, his £40million price tag weighed heavy as the Brazilian struggled to adapt to life in the Premier League.

But he gradually worked his way up to become a crowd favourite at St James' Park, and 150 appearances later he is one of the first names on Eddie Howe's team sheet.

Joelinton, speaking directly after the win over Spurs on Sunday, told Chronicle Live: "I want to work hard and make the fans happy. It was tough at the start but I kept going and never got my head down.

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