Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff hit out at Joelinton's critics after Monday night's 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
The Brazilian was outstanding on the night for the draw at St James' Park.
Longstaff said, "On the overall balance of the game I thought we deserved three points. We created a lot of chances - the most we've created for a long time. So it's a disappointed dressing room but we know we can put in performances like that and that's a massive boost.
"The manager said we created a lot of chances and played well and it's a performance to be proud of. We need to do that every week now. We know if we perform like that we'll pick up points.
"We know how good Joelinton is and the disrespect he gets is a disgrace. Every day in training he's the best player and if you get him on your team in training you're buzzing because you'll always win. He's shown since the manager came in what he's been like in training. Everyone at the club rates him so highly. The noise form outside is so disrespectful and if you watch him enough you see how good he is. I'm so happy for him and proud of him."
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