Newcastle United's new signing Jetro Willems has credited Steve Bruce's footballing philosophy with attracting him to Tyneside.
Bruce was appointed as Newcastle manager last month, replacing Rafael Benitez, a decision that was widely criticised by the club's supporters at the time. However, Willems was keen to praise Bruce for enticing him to seek a fresh challenge in the Premier League.
The Dutch full back, who has joined the club on a season-long loan deal from Eintracht Frankfurt, told The Chronicle: "His philosophy attracted me here. That’s what I liked. The player always has to believe in the head coach.