West Brom striker Salomon Rondon has again declared he wants to sign permanently with Newcastle United.

The 29-year-old has scored four goals and provided two assists for the Magpies, despite an injury-affected start to life on Tyneside, since signing from West Bromwich Albion on loan during the summer.

Rondon said, "Would I like to stay? Yes, of course. I am very grateful for the effort the club made to bring me in, and for the confidence of the coach, and the welcome of the fans. For all these reasons I'd like to continue, but we'll see what happens.

"I feel really good. I'm really happy here for what we've achieved collectively. That's the important thing.

"We have been in good form and have moved away from the relegation zone. I have done my job by contributing with goals.

"It's quite a big contrast [to playing for West Brom last season]. The difference in styles between one team and the other is reflected in the play. A striker likes to have chances and to get crosses into the area."