Jamaal Lescelles has signed a new six-year deal at Newcastle United; ending speculation of a St James Park exit.
Lescelles joined The Magpies in August 2014 from Nottingham Forest in a deal that saw the 24-year-old loaned back to the East Midlands for the season.
During his time in the north-east, Lescelles has excelled under the tutorship of Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez, with the Spaniard installing him as captain two years ago.
Overall the England Under 21 international has made 112 appearances during his time on Tyneside.
Speaking to NUFCTV, Lescelles was extremely happy to secure a new deal, he said:
“I’m over the moon – it’s great news to be tied down to Newcastle for a long time.