Micah Richards believes Kieran Trippier’s claim of Joelinton being the best player in Newcastle United training is indicative of his transformation at the club. The Brazilian has been reborn since the arrival of Eddie Howe in November after moving back to a midfield position.
Joelinton has established himself as a staple in Howe’s starting XI thanks to a string of fine performances as a box-to-box midfielder. The pressure of the £40 million transfer fee and number nine shirt no longer weigh heavily on the 25-year-old, which is visible in his displays on the pitch.
He continued his recent resurgence by netting his second goal of the season in the 2-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday. After heading in the opener in the capital, Joelinton ran the full length of the field to celebrate with the Newcastle away supporters, who are now right behind the big money signing.
