The Spaniard has been shortlisted for the first of his two goals against Ipswich Town - a crisp, volleyed finish after a wonderful passing move in which every Newcastle player touched the ball from the kick-off.

He is up against Norwich midfielder Wes Hoolahan, for his goal against Rotherham, and Aston Villa foward Jonathan Kodjia, for a strike against Fulham.

The shortlist for the poll is decided by a judging panel following suggestions from supporters via Twitter. The panel comprises of Sky Sports' EFL expert Don Goodman; Sky Bet Sponsorship Manager David Tweed and EFL Commercial Marketing Manager James Walker.

The winners of the Sky Bet EFL Goals of the Month are chosen by a poll on skysports.com.

Voting for the award is now open here and will close on Tuesday, 15th November. The winner will be announced on Friday, 18th November.