Newcastle United boss Steve Bruce is delighted to have brought Andy Carroll back to the club.

Bruce hopes Carroll can guide the team to more wins in the Premier League this season - and he revealed his influence behind the scenes at Benton.

He said: "He's not the young Andy Carroll any more. That influence you can see he has on a lot of people.

"His influence on the pitch was immense.

"Off it with the younger ones, they edge towards him.

"The two Longstaffs are always on his tail at lunchtime. That bit of experience and know-how can only help.

"Let's hope first and foremost that he stays well. If does he has a lot to offer on the pitch."