Eddie Howe says 20-year-old prodigy full-back has a 'very bright' future

Newcastle United, coming on the back of some sloppy performances so far in the season, improvised much to restrict Man City to a single point at St. James. Most importantly, the club going down 1-0 in the first half and returning much stronger has been a morale-boosting aspect for Eddie Howe's side from the fixture.

Eddie Howe says 20-year-old prodigy full-back has a 'very bright' future

Overall, a brilliant team effort, the 1-1 draw not only helped the club regain the 5th spot but was crucial for the return of form for various big names. Be it star forward Anthony Gordon's penalty equalizer, Captain Guimaraes's brilliant show, or Joelinton's return to form, the fixture came with many positives for Eddie Howe's side.

However, apart from these big names, a 20-year-old prodigy full-back was crucial in the club's display against Manchester City, emerging as one of the best players for them in the fixture. Lewis Hall, who had been exciting in the club's disappointing loss against Fulham, was key in making crucial interceptions and passes and keeping Bernardo Silva quiet on his flank.

Recognizing the £28 million star's performance, Newcastle boss Eddie Howe had enough praise for him. Howe mentioned,

"“Really pleased with Lewis today because it’s a big challenge and he’s up against not just his starting opponent but the substitutions and fresh players coming on.”"

- Eddie Howe

Stressing on the full-back's defensive prowess, Howe mentioned,

""I thought defensively he was very good. His positioning, his understanding, because again tactically today we did something slightly different with our backline, and he was pivotal to that.""

- Eddie Howe

Until now, for Newcastle United, only a few players have been significantly consistent for the side, and Lewis Hall, with these consecutive brilliant displays, is showing why he should be the starting left-back of the lineup. Not to forget, there has been much competitiveness between him and Lloyd Kelly for the role; however, this performance against Manchester City would certainly set him up in Howe's pecking order for the role.

Moreover, manager Eddie Howe mentioned that by continuing on the improvement of some key areas, Hall could have a very bright future ahead. In Howe's words,

"“There’s areas to improve, but he’s got a very bright future if he continues to develop like he is.”"

- Eddie Howe

Overall, Eddie Howe seemed rather pleased with the former Chelsea full-back and has commented that he can have a bright future ahead. Magpies fans would hope the same, viewing Lewis Hall as one of the best Premier League full-backs ever.