The Ghana international was the most effective Newcastle United player in their 0-2 home defeat to Tottenham Hotspur.

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And again put up a sensational display to propel the Magpies to a 3-0 win against West Ham United, assisting the opener and gave Pablo Zabaletta torrid time.

Christian Atsu was shortlisted alongside Ciaran Clark and Mikel Merino for the Newcastle United player of the month of August.