Kenedy ‘honoured’ by loan to Magpies
Chelsea winger Kenedy says he is “honoured” to sign for Newcastle United.
The 21-year-old Brazilian has joined the Magpies on loan until the end of the season
Kenedy, not eligible to play against his parent club in Sunday’s FA Cup tie at Stamford Bridge, could make his debut at home to Burnley next Wednesday.
Kenedysaid:“I’mhonoured to have this opportunity to play for this big club. I’m so happy.”
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte said yesterday that Kenedy needed to play regularly to fulfil his potential.
Reflecting on his first two and a half years in England, Kenedy said: “I’m so, so grateful and privileged to have shared the changing room and pitch with those world-class players, like (Eden) Hazard and Willian. “In training every day, I’ve tried to learn from them and they’ve taught me a lot. “It’s a privilege, and I’m so happy to have that opportunity. It’s been an amazing experience. I’m privileged to have arrived at a big club. “English football is the dream and I’ve learnt a lot from my teammates at Chelsea – world-class players.
“Now I’ve arrived here, which is good for my career.
“I’ve come to help the team, to give everything on the pitch, to give my maximum.
“I’ll give everything to the club, for my team-mates, for the coach, to help Newcastle achieve their objectives for the season.
“I hope everything is going to be all right. I’ve come to show my ability, my creativity, and I think I can help this squad.”