YOUNG Newcastle United goalkeeper Max Thompson has joined Northampton on loan until January.

The 19-year-old, who made his debut for Newcastle's Under-21s when he was just 16, will be hoping to get his first taste of senior football during his spell with the League One side.

"We are pleased to welcome Max to the club," said Northampton manager Jon Brady.

"He will join our first team squad and we are really pleased to welcome such a highly rated young goalkeeper to the club.

"Max has a great pedigree and we believe he will fit in to the squad well. He is highly thought of at Newcastle and we are grateful to them for allowing us to borrow Max."

Thompson has represented England at Under-18 level and made 10 appearances for Newcastle's Under-21s last season.