Davide Santon is keen to kickstart his Newcastle United career.

The Italian has shaken off a knee scare and is ready to fight for his first team place.

Santon told the Evening Chronicle: "I will give everything on the pitch and show that I am a good player.

"There are already good players here and I must show what I have first. But I am happy about the challenge that lies ahead for me.

"I want to show my character and be a great player for Newcastle."