Newcastle United star Joelinton produced yet another imperious performance in the 1-1 draw against Manchester United.
The Brazilian was everywhere against Ralf Rangnick’s side, and he was head and shoulders above everyone else on the pitch.
He petrified the Manchester United players, and his burgeoning confidence was showcased when he nutmegged Marcus Rashford with some trademark Brazilian flair.
The 25-year-old’s endless work off the ball has endeared himself to the Geordies and his performances have been a revelation since Eddie Howe has taken charge off the club.
With concerns growing about how long both Callum Wilson and Allan Saint-Maximin will be on the side-lines for, Joelinton’s importance to the Newcastle side is only going to increase.
However, his powerful physical qualities and lung-busting runs from deep have seen him become a huge asset when playing deeper, so it’s highly unlikely that Howe will use Newcastle’s number as a striker to replace Wilson.
Newcastle United fans not happy with Sky Sports over Joelinton treatment
Following the draw against Manchester United, Joelinton was named man of the match and spoke to Sky Sports’ Patrick Davison alongside Sean Longstaff.
Opening the post match interview, Davison said to Joelinton: “Can I be honest? I didn’t realise you were that good.”
Joelinton may have smiled and laughed off Davison’s comments, but some Newcastle fans weren’t happy with the way the interview began.
Here is some reaction to the interview on social media….
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