Eddie Howe has hinted that he could build his Newcastle team around 'incredible technician' Jonjo Shelvey.
The new boss has spent the international break on the training ground with his squad and will take charge of his first match at home to Brentford on Saturday.
Howe wants to implement an attacking style at St James' Park and believes he has the players to do so, making specific reference to former England midfielder Shelvey.
Asked if any of the group had surprised him since he took over, the head coach said: 'Just picking one, for example, Jonjo Shelvey.