The Newcastle United midfielder spent last season on loan at the Reebok Stadium, and helped them stay in the Premier League.

Guthrie's performances for Bolton earned him his summer move from Liverpool.

And the 21-year-old cannot wait to turn out against his former team-mates in Newcastle's first home game of the new campaign.

Guthrie said: "I'm really looking forward to making my proper home debut.

"I know a lot of the Bolton lads from last season, but it's all about Newcastle for me now and I'm hoping we can win on Saturday.

"It was a massive season for me last year, and I'll always think of going to Bolton as a big turning point in my career.

"It's why I'll always have a nice feeling when I think of Bolton, because they gave me a chance.

"I played for Bolton at Newcastle last season and the atmosphere was just unbelievable because Kevin Keegan had just come back.

"I cannot wait to experience that again as a Newcastle player on Saturday."

Guthrie was released by Manchester United as a 16-year-old, and he enjoyed playing his part last Sunday as Kevin Keegan's side upset the odds to claim a 1-1 draw.

He added: "It was a good start on Sunday, we were more than pleased with the point.

"It's turned out really well for me getting a start against Manchester United, and I'm just looking to build on that now and get as many games as I can.

"It was a great team effort, but it means nothing if we don't win at home to Bolton."

Meanwhile, Bolton boss Gary Megson was at Old Trafford to see Guthrie star for his new club.

He said: "I don't think Danny will be out to prove anything on Saturday regarding the Bolton aspect, but he has certainly got to prove himself to new supporters at St James's Park.

"He did very well against Manchester United last Sunday, but that's not surprising because he's a quality player and a lovely lad, and we wish him all the best at Newcastle."