Chancel Mbemba played 33 of Newcastle United's 38 Premier League matches during the 2015-16 season, but the centre-back is currently having a tough time with the Magpies.

Indeed, he only appeared in 12 Championship matches last term, and has made just nine Premier League appearances for the club during the 2017-18 campaign.

Newcastle have had their problems defensively this season, but the 23-year-old has remained out of favour under head coach Rafael Benitez.

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Mbemba has not actually played for Newcastle in the Premier League since the end of 2017, and has not been included in the squad for their last six fixtures in the top flight.

Mbemba is regarded by many as a player with incredible potential, but it does appear that the defender will need to leave Newcastle this summer to gain first-team football.

Despite his lack of action this season, the centre-back still seems popular with the Newcastle fans, who have taken to social media to hail the 38-time Congo international.

A selection of the reaction can be seen below: