The box-to-box midfielder has slotted straight into Steve Bruce’s starting XI, a run that was kickstarted with a debut goal in the 3-2 win over Southampton.
In his six games so far, the 21-year-old has established himself as a strong performer and a key part of United’s Premier League survival bid.
So, how would Willock feel about another season on Tyneside?
“I love playing for Newcastle,” Willock told the club’s official Zoom Army feature.
“When I first came here I was a bit apprehensive about how I would take it because I’ve never left Arsenal.
“I’ve been at Arsenal since I was four and a half so coming to a new club, coming up north to Newcastle was a bit scary.
“But as I came here and I settled in and saw the love from the fans that I’ve been receiving and everyone is like a family here.
“Of course I’d love to continue playing here and I love Newcastle at this moment in time.”
Indeed, the idea of extending his stay at St James’s Park into the 2021/22 campaign was floated around the Daily Telegraph.
However, should the prospect of relegation to the Championship become a reality, it’d be hard to envisage the Gunners sanctioning such deal.
Meanwhile, as per The Athletic, Newcastle considered approaching Chris Wilder to succeed Rafa Benitez in 2019 before opting for Steve Bruce.
The 53-year-old had been promoted to the Premier League with Sheffield United in the same summer before guiding his boyhood club to a ninth-place finish.
Unfortunately, with the Blades rock bottom of the league and relegation all-but confirmed, Wilder left Bramall Lane by mutual consent on Saturday evening after five years in charge.
Here are the latest transfer headlines from Newcastle and their Premier League rivals - with the Magpies linked with a Gabonese striker:
1. Chelsea consider Werner part exchange
Chelsea are considering including Timo Werner in a part-exchange deal with Borussia Dortmund to bring Norwegian sensation Erling Haaland to Stamford Bridge in the summer. (Football Insider) Photo: INA FASSBENDER
2. Arsenal plot Odegaard move
Arsenal are looking to keep Real Madrid attacking midfielder Martin Odegaard at Emirates Stadium next season, with the North London club exploring both another loan or permanent move. (Daily Mail) Photo: NICK POTTS
3. Van de Beek eyes Old Trafford exit
Donny van de Beek wants to leave Manchester United after starting just two Premier League games since his move from Ajax last summer. He is set to hold showdown talks with executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward. (Daily Star) Photo: Laurence Griffiths
4. Brighton set White price tag
Manchester United will consider a move for Brighton and Hove defender Ben White if they fail to land Sevilla’s Jules Kounde. The Seagulls will reportedly demand around £43m for the 23-year-old. (@josedavidlopez_) Photo: Alex Pantling