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Newcastle boss Steve Bruce admits he'd 'love' to sign Arsenal's Joe Willock permanently this summer after midfielder's red-hot run of form has helped steer them clear of trouble

Steve Bruce has admitted he would love to sign Arsenal midfielder Joe Willock permanently this summer.

The 21-year-old has been a standout performer for Newcastle since joining on loan from Arsenal back in February, playing a key role to help them climb up the table away from relegation trouble.

Willock scored in his fourth successive match on Friday as the Magpies shocked Leicester City with a 4-2 victory on the road.

In-form Newcastle midfielder Joe Willock scored for the fourth game in a row in Leicester win

The midfielder has also grabbed goals against Southampton, Tottenham, West Ham and Liverpool for Newcastle.