SammyPinnington

Geordie fact. After joining Newcastle's Academy from Luton Town as a 14-year-old, the promising winger put pen to paper on his first professional deal on his 17th birthday.

Date of Birth17.11.2008

PositionForward

The Harpenden-born youngster has featured prominently at under-18 level this season, recording five goals and assists in the Under-18 Premier League North.

Pinnington also made his UEFA Youth League debut in December, featuring from the bench against Bayer 04 Leverkusen Under-19s.

Michael Mills