Arsenal loanee Joe Willock says he was scared by the support of Newcastle United supporters.
The England under-21 star will be on loan with Steve Bruce's team for the rest of the season.
Willock admits he chose to play for the Magpies over other loan options due to their "scary" fans.
Willock said, per the Daily Mirror: "Newcastle is a team I always watched. When I made my debut here I was so scared because of the fans!
"I told my mum and dad it felt like the fans were on top of my head! I have never experienced that before in a stadium!
"I have been blessed to play so many games for a great club like Arsenal but I am striving to get to the next level.
"To do that I need to play more in the Premier League. I was disappointed with the number of games I have played for Arsenal in the Premier League. To come here and get more games and help the team and put Newcastle where they should be in the table.
"I spoke to Steve Bruce and he gave me brilliant confidence to come here and make a difference.
"That was my first thought that this is the club I can go to on loan. Everything went smoothly and now I am here and I am excited and happy."
