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Gael Bigirimana keen to work with Cheick Tiote

Bigirimana keen to work with Tiote
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Gael Bigirimana reveals that he is looking forward to working with Cheick Tiote after his move from Coventry to Newcastle.

Newcastle United's new signing Gael Bigirimana is hoping to learn from Cheick Tiote after his move to St James' Park.

The 18-year-old midfielder completed his dream move from Coventry to Tyneside on Friday, signing a five-year contract.

The Burundi-born teenager told NUFC TV: "Right now, he is one of the best holding midfielders in the world and I can't wait to be under his wing. I just hope that I will learn every day and become close to him as a friend and as a person.

"[Newcastle's] style of play is on another level now. For them to beat Manchester United and Chelsea 3-0 and 2-0, it just shows that Newcastle's football has gone to a new level.

"It's a challenge for me to think, 'Wow, they are on fire right at the moment and I am just coming in'. But hopefully, I will learn from good players."

Bigirimana, who is believed to have moved to the Magpies for around £1m, came through the ranks at Coventry City after asking for a trial as an 11-year-old. The youngster made 28 first-team appearances last season and impressed with some assured performances.

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