Last update on.From section NewcastleJoe Willock has agreed to a deal that will bring Newcastle more than 20 million.Steve Bruce, Newcastle manager, hopes to sign Joe Willock for a six year deal by 12:00 BST in order to play against West Ham Sunday.21-year-old Arsenal midfielder Bruce completed a medical Friday morning. Bruce stated that he would continue training before deciding if he will be playing in Newcastle's match at St James' Park.After a successful loan period last season, the deal has been extended to more than 20 million.Bruce stated, "We had to wait but it was worth it.""Where else could you find a 21 year old who scored seven consecutive points [on loan] last season and plays like him?" Everyone deserves credit for getting it done.Willock, an England under-21 international, scored eight goals for Newcastle during his loan period in the second half last season. He also scored seven consecutive goals to steer the club out of the relegation zone.Bruce acknowledged that he once doubted the deal would be done after Arsenal rejected a loan offer.He said, however, that a permanent contract was "great for us" and would help the team in their quest to improve on last season's 12th-place finish in the Premier League.Bruce said, "The important thing is to improve on the last year.""We had a great start and finish, but a terrible winter. We have to be fortunate with injuries. Joe was a threat, and we scored those goals. He gave us something new and improves us."Little by Little we strive to improve."
