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Newcastle trying to convince Arsenal to let them have Joe Willock on loan with 21-year-old midfielder at the top of Steve Bruce's January wishlist

Newcastle United are pushing to convince Arsenal to loan them Joe Willock.

The 21-year-old midfielder was on the bench against Manchester United on Saturday and is eager to play.

Willock has spent most of his Arsenal career being used as a substitute, starting only two Premier League games out of seven appearances this season.

Newcastle United are sounding out Arsenal over taking midfielder Joe Willock on loan
Willock (L), 21, wants more Premier League game time after only two starts this campaign

The youngster has shown promise though, especially in Arsenal's Europa League campaign where Willock has a notched up a highly impressive three goals and as many assists in five games.