Ameobi signs new deal

Sammy Ameobi has signed a new three-and-a-half-year deal with Newcastle.

Ameobi, 19, has been rewarded for his breakthrough into the first team and some impressive performances.

The younger brother of Shola, he has made seven first team appearances in all competitions this term, scoring once - the winner at Scunthorpe in the Carling Cup.

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