Newcastle United assistant coach Paul Simpson is amazed by the passion of Toon fans.

Simpson was delighted to see supporters flock to their latest training session in California.

And he told the Evening Chronicle: “The fans are fantastic.

“When you are on the outside at other clubs you know what the support is, magnificent.

“When you think what they have been through it is incredible they are so loyal. We can't promise the world and a big shake-up but we want to entertain and give them something to be proud of.

“We want the players to be proud to wear the shirt like the fans.

“Hopefully over time we can do that."