After previous loans at Hartlepool, Exeter City and Crewe, White was initially pencilled in to remain with the Railwaymen and report back on Tyneside fit and firing for pre-season. Howe said: "Joe will will stay with us until the end of the season. "He has certainly improved and the loan thing has been a beneficial thing for him. White is a 6ft 2in midfielder who is still just 21 and has a lot to learn but he is no stranger to the first-team environment. White will be cup-tied at Fulham after appearing for in round one and two of the FA Cup for Crewe.

Source: Metro January 27, 2024 09:29 UTC