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Sean Longstaff’s incredible showings at the base of midfield have meant that Jonjo Shelvey has been relegated to the reserves recently but, rather than sitting back and sulking at his lack of minutes, the former Liverpool man has requested to play for the Under-23’s.
The 27-year-old featured against Fulham’s youth side on Friday and is therefore unlikely to be involved in the Magpies clash against West Ham on Saturday.
Prior to Longstaff’s emergence, 6-cap ace Shelvey’s skill set was unique in the Newcastle ranks but the former has impressed with his passing range, shooting and defensive solidity.
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Shelvey’s season has been wrought by injuries and he has only made 11 appearances, chalking up just one assist – Longstaff, meanwhile, has made eight appearances since his debut at the end of December and has got a goal and an assist to his name.
Former England international Shelvey might not be a fixture in Rafa Benitez’s starting XI anymore, but the St James’ Park faithful were impressed at his willingness to play his way back into the team, as they reacted on Twitter…