The 54-year-old took over in 2024 and led the USA to the last 16 at the recent World Cup, which they co-hosted with Canada and Mexico.

The 18-year-old, who already has three goals in 10 appearances for Greece, laid on 11 assists in the Belgian top flight last season.

The opening round of the MTN8 gets underway this weekend, with Orlando Pirates launching their title defence, while Mamelodi Sundowns, Kaizer Chiefs, AmaZulu and Sekhukhune United all target semi-final spots.

Newcastle start their Premier League campaign at home to Liverpool on August 23.