It's reassuring that Steve McClaren is attending the reserve games; as the first-team head coach he should be there and it was evident that the youngsters were pushing themselves to impress the first-team boss. Players such as Liam Smith, Kyle Cameron, Jamie Sterry, Callum Roberts and Ivan Toney will all be hoping to earn a Premier League appearance this season. If you would like to read a bit more about Ivan Toney,read WhatCultureNUFC editor Chris Waugh's analysis of the striker here...And for all the latest NUFC News, Views and Transfers make sure to follow WhatCulture.com/NUFC on Twitter and Facebook.
NCTJ-accredited football writer with an MA in Sports Journalism. What Culture football editor. Write for the official Newcastle United programme. Former video reporter at North News. Featured and published in the Sunderland Echo, Shields Gazette, Mail Online, The Mirror, The Sun and others.
