Demba Ba delighted with Papiss Cisse signing

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Demba Ba delighted with Papiss Cisse signing

In-form star says his fellow striker from Senegal will be a success at Newcastle

Papiss Demba Cisse joined Newcastle in the January transfer window

Newcastle striker Demba Ba has backed new signing Papiss Demba Cisse to be a success at the club.

Papiss made his Newcastle debut on Sunday, scoring a superb goal to give the Magpies a 2-1 win over Aston Villa.

"It was a great signing," said Demba. "I was very happy when he signed.

"I wasn't too bothered who we signed as long as we got a new striker it would help us. But fortunately for me it was someone from my country [Senegal] who I know well and I know how good he is."

Key Points

  • Papiss Demba Cisse joined Newcastle last month
  • Striker scored a stunning winner against Aston Villa
  • Demba believes Papiss will be a success at the club