Alan Shearer does not believe he has ever seen a 'change' comparable to Joelinton's 'transformation' at Newcastle United. The Magpies' all-time leading goalscorer hailed the club's former record signing in his review of a memorable campaign on Tyneside.
Eddie Howe's first full season in charge at St James' Park culminated with a top-four finish, as well as a first domestic cup final appearance at Wembley for 24 years. Joelinton's transformation from a struggling striker to an all-action midfielder began the previous campaign, but developed further as the former Hoffenheim star enjoyed his best goalscoring return in black-and-white.
Newcastle's number seven often deputised as a left forward, netting eight times and dovetailing to great effect with Joe Willock. Injury in the final two fixtures halted Joelinton's bid for a double-digit return, having put himself in contention with a brace in the emphatic victory at West Ham and successive strikes against Tottenham and Everton.
