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DeAndre Yedlin says he is only focused on becoming an even better player for Newcastle United - despite an excellent season so far from the US international.

The defender has impressed supporters with his powerful overlapping runs in the Sky Bet Championship this term.

However, speaking ahead of this weekend’s clash with Bristol City, Yedlin is keen to learn more.

He said: “I think I am developing a lot.

“I am learning a lot from Rafa Benitez , from Vurnon Anita and from Paul Dummett.

“It’s been good. Everybody is very helpful.”

The 23-year-old also revealed how much he’s enjoying the experience of learning from Rafa Benitez.

The Seattle-born defender said: “To play under Rafa is a big reason to make this move.

“I knew I’d develop under him. I want it to continue.”

Yedlin has made 25 appearances this season and netted just one goal in the 2-0 win at Derby County.

But he insists he wants to get the defensive side of his game right first.

He went on: “This position is based on a lot of experience.

“The defensive positions usually are. I will get better but the goal is to progress as fast as I can. Being here is the best way to do that.

“First things, first - I am a defender. The main aim is not to let goals in but if I can offer more going forward that’s for the better.

“I work on when is the right time to shoot and when to cross. I’d just like to keep progressing.”