Taylor dedicated to Newcastle cause

The 23-year-old was, like a number of stars, linked with a move away from St. James' Park after relegation last season, but has now confirmed he will stay with the Magpies.

I know how much the fans were hurt by relegation and now I want to help put a smile back on their faces," he told the Daily Express.

"They are the best in the country and there's no way I want to leave them.

"I was part of the team involved in taking Newcastle down and I want to put it right.

"There has been interest in me but I want to be part of the side that takes us back where we belong."