Newcastle United CEO Darren Eales has heaped praise on Eddie Howe for finding the true talent of Miguel Almiron.

Many Magpies fans were exasperated with the former Atlanta United star, as he struggled to adapt to the Premier League under Rafa Benitez and Steve Bruce.

However, Howe's more attacking and creative approach has gotten the best out of the Paraguayan.

Eales said, per Chronicle Live: "Look, I mean it's funny, because Miggy was one of the first signings when I was at Atlanta, and it was his dream to come to the Premier League, so it was one of those strange ones where when you did the transfer, probably more than any other one, I was really pleased for Miggy as well.

"What I would say, is I saw what Miggy was capable of at Atlanta, and no one could doubt his passion, commitment and personality. He's a great guy to have around.

"And I would say another shout out to Eddie and the team because I think what you've seen in everything Eddie's done since he's come in, it's been about developing players."