Former Bolton Wanderers goalkeeper Jake Turner says former Newcastle United winger Sammy Ameobi helped persuade him to make the switch to St. James' Park.

The 20-year-old linked up with United this week along with fellow youngster Kyle Scott, and could make his bow for the under-23s in Monday's pre-season friendly at Rotherham United.

Turner played alongside Ameobi during their time at the University of Bolton stadium, and revealed the wideman – now at Nottingham Forest – spoke highly of his old club and made his decision an easy one.

“I've watched the Premier League and seen them playing, and I spoke to Sammy Ameobi who used to be here when he was a bit younger," he told nufc.co.uk. “He was saying that it's a great club, and all the staff are great. Just from that experience, I couldn't wait to get here once I heard about it.

“Sammy's a good lad and I trust his opinion – he loved his time here. I can't wait to get started."