Source: PA
Hughton happy with Hatem
Newcastle boss Chris Hughton is happy to let Hatem Ben Arfa's feet do the talking after seeing him launch his career in English football in style.
The 23-year-old Frenchman was handed his first start for the Magpies in last Saturday's Barclays Premier League trip to Everton, and responded with a stunning winning goal which rekindled memories of compatriots David Ginola and Laurent Robert.
Ben Arfa, who will hope to keep his place for Sunday's home clash with Stoke, arrived on Tyneside with something of a reputation, but Hughton insists he did his homework before sealing a loan move from Marseille which could eventually lead to a permanent transfer.
He said: "Of course I am aware of the things that have been said about him, but this is a wonderful opportunity for the lad.
"Right through this, he showed a great desire to come here. You have got to make sure you put them into an environment that is as healthy as possible and competitive as possible.
"You can only deal with situations as they arise. I am very, very aware of that, but he is a lad who has been very popular since the first couple of days he came in. Certainly, I wouldn't anticipate any problems."
