Yankuba Minteh has made a perfect start to his loan spell with Feyenoord as the Newcastle United loanee netted a debut goal. The teenage winger converted from the penalty spot as the Eredivisie champions began their preparations with a victory over PEC Zwolle on Saturday.
The Magpies confirmed a deal with Danish side Odense Boldklub last month for Minteh, with the new recruit immediately sent on a season-long loan to Feyenoord. It marks an astonishing rise for the Gambian prospect, who only made 17 senior appearances for his former side but could now compete in this season's Champions League.
Sporting director Dan Ashworth hailed the move for a rising star with 'high potential', stressing the signing is the latest sign of the club's newfound commitment to bringing in 'emerging talent'. Assistant loans manager Peter Ramage confirmed the club were 'excited' by Minteh, and hope he can fulfil a first-team role with the Magpies after a 'bit more development'.
