Ghanaian winger, Christian Atsu, has reiterated the need to stay mentally tough ahead of their crucial midweek Premier League encounter against Everton amid their dreadful form.

The 25-year-old winger made an injury comeback last Saturday as the Magpies extended their winless streak to seven games having been defeated by Leicester City in last Saturday’s Premier League encounter.

In an interview with the Chronicle, Atsu emphasized the need to start getting the much-needed points, especially at home.

He said: “We’re very disappointed about the outcome, but it’s a long season and we have to get on with it.

“We know we have to start picking up points and how important it is to get wins when you are near the bottom,” he told the Chronicle.

“We don’t want to be losing in front of our fans every week.

“So we also need to fight back and give them something against Everton.”

“We created a lot of chances too. We were unlucky with the way they scored the last goal.

“But like I say it’s a long season and we have players coming back now from injuries.

“The more competition in the team the better and everybody is working hard.”