Jose Enrique credits his improving form at Newcastle United to Argentine winger Jonas Gutierrez.

Reflecting on their partnership in defeat to Manchester United last week, Spanish fullback Enrique told the club's website: "Jonas was brilliant.

"He runs and runs and never gives up. He is so important for the team and for me also.

"It helps that he speaks Spanish and we understand each other.

"I am very confident at the moment and I'm enjoying playing with Jonas."