Allan Saint-Maximin

[wykikitoon 20147]

I love this version of Fish  

[Meenzer 15530]

I don't trust it.

[The Fish 10857]

Don't worry, it won't last

 

[LongTimeAdmirer 1259]

 

 

 

 

 

ASM is just an all-around awesome guy isnt he! Absolute gentleman.
He's super kind, respectful, and very intelligent. Seriously, you can't help but be impressed by him.

You can tell he's got this amazing charm and grace that makes everyone feel valued and appreciated. If you've had the chance to know him, you can't help but look up to him as a role model. Everyone loves and respects him!
 

 

 

 

[wykikitoon 20147]

The way his team mates have come out and said good bye to him show what a bloke he is.

[Holden McGroin 6587]

Yeah, he has fallen on his sword so we can sign Harvey Barnes. What a hero. A very rich hero.

[Howmanheyman 33222]

4 hours ago, The Fish said:

In terms of mercurial French attacking players he's definitely 4th. What's my rankings? Thanks for asking, it's Robert, Ginola, HBA and then ASM. 

 

I won't be taking any questions at this time.

 

The fuck did Obertan do to not make that list?

[Sonatine 11378]

Just now, Howmanheyman said:

 

The fuck did Obertan do to not make that list?

[The Fish 10857]

2 minutes ago, Howmanheyman said:

 

The fuck did Obertan do to not make that list?

 

I challenge you to, without googling, recall a single goal ol' Bobblehead scored.

[The Fish 10857]

1 minute ago, The Fish said:

 

I challenge you to, without googling, recall a single goal ol' Bobblehead scored.

In fact if you can name two, you'll win a special prize.

[ewerk 30611]

53 minutes ago, The Fish said:

 

I challenge you to, without googling, recall a single goal ol' Bobblehead scored.

If that’s the criteria then this legend definitely gets on the list.

 

 

[The Fish 10857]

15 minutes ago, ewerk said:

If that’s the criteria then this legend definitely gets on the list.

 

 

Pancrate is a lovely fella, I'm sure. Nice family and all that. But his head does not bobble. So, No Dice, Paddy ó Dubhghaill

[PaddockLad 17263]

1 hour ago, The Fish said:

 

I challenge you to, without googling, recall a single goal ol' Bobblehead scored.

https://youtu.be/9tfRAfeTBWE

 

what’s my prize Dave? 😀

[Chaser 1207]

3 hours ago, wykikitoon said:

The way his team mates have come out and said good bye to him show what a bloke he is.

 

I've seen nothing from any of them so maybe you've got a point. Usually you see them messaging each other on twitter or Insta but not one of the current squad has written  anything on socials as far as I can see 

[Holden McGroin 6587]

They've commented on loads of his posts. All encouragement and love.

[Dr Gloom 21924]

1 hour ago, ewerk said:

If that’s the criteria then this legend definitely gets on the list.

 

 

 

 

[The Fish 10857]

24 minutes ago, PaddockLad said:

https://youtu.be/9tfRAfeTBWE

 

what’s my prize Dave? 😀

Who owns youtube?

[wykikitoon 20147]

2 hours ago, Chaser said:

 

I've seen nothing from any of them so maybe you've got a point. Usually you see them messaging each other on twitter or Insta but not one of the current squad has written  anything on socials as far as I can see 

There's been loads. There was one especially emotional one from Joe Willock that I saw that was very touching.

[Chaser 1207]

I genuinely hadn't seen one. I don't follow all of them so expected to see them pop up on maxi's farewell post. 

[Alex 35083]

Fernando Pancake  

[Dr Gloom 21924]

1 hour ago, Alex said:

Fernando Pancake  

ah divvent knah his propa name

[Dr Gloom 21924]

Nice tribute to ASM from the nufc.com boys. Sums him up pretty well 

 

The sale of Allan Saint-Maximin comes just short of four years since his arrival on Tyneside for a claimed  £18m fee from OGC Nice in his native France.

Making the first of 111 Premier League appearances (85 starts) in a home defeat to Arsenal, Maxi got off the mark with a header away at Sheffield United that December - with 11 more to follow. His final stats read 124 games in all competitions and 13 goals.

Rousing but inconsistent displays were interrupted by niggling injuries but evidence of his fitness came with a sensational strike in the FA Cup at Oxford United - prompting an infamous off-field fan celebration....

His second season followed a similar pattern, some eye-catching displays and availability issues that culminated in a positive COVID-19 test - although his place in the side was already under threat following off-field issues with Steve Bruce.

But his performances towards the end of the campaign helped his side comfortably stay in the Premier League - a memorable goal at Burnley proving pivotal.

The following season saw ASM become even more influential; his own displays a barometer for how well or badly the team collectively played. Quite simply, if he didn't play then neither did we.

The arrival of Eddie Howe and a busy transfer window then took some of the pressure off Maxi, as goals and encouraging displays came from other sources.

What proved to be his last competitive appearance for the club saw him last 69 minutes of the season closer at Stamford Bridge, while the final sighting of ASM in our colours came at Gateshead in this pre-season - bowing out with a goal and an assist.

We have mixed feelings on the departure of a player whose presence and impact echoed the very best days of compatriots David Ginola, Laurent Robert and Hatem Ben Arfa - plus the unpredictability of Tino Asprilla.   

On his day he was untouchable; his devastating display in the 3-3 home draw against Manchester City and the last minute beauty scored at Wolves the high points of last season - although both came in August.

His introduction as an impact substitute often roused the crowd and his colleagues, but the frustration of opting to shoot or continue his perpetual motion when a passing opportunity came was endlessly frustrating - not to mention losing possession in dangerous areas with colleagues committed to going forward.

While there's understandable anguish from fans with no previous experience of losing a favourite player, the revival of this football club that is in no small part due to his input looks to have seen him depart. 

We've arguably seen the best of him when the big fish in our small pool and the time to sell is now - even if the amount received seems low. In times past we'd have given him a new five year contract.

The trust level that Eddie Howe and the recruitment team enjoy means that people trust the process with Maxi's sale and the acquisition of Harvey Barnes - just nine months younger and less individualistic, but more adaptable (hopefully) on a collective team level.

We were privileged to witness the mercurial talents of Maxi and grateful for the injection of excitement he provided in what really were austere times for Newcastle fans - and not just on the field.

That lockdown restrictions prevented celebrations of his goals at Turf Moor and Old Trafford in person remains a frustration, while the Carabao Cup Final defeat becomes even more regrettable as being the nearest Maxi would ever come to lifting silverware here.  

Players with levels that high don't come around very often and he's up there with the Magpie mavericks of whatever era you recall. 

As we hopefully advance on and off the field, cherish the memories, watch his clips online and remember when he was the only game in our town. 

Merci, au revoir et bonne chance.

[Anorthernsoul 1221]

5 minutes ago, Dr Gloom said:

Nice tribute to ASM from the nufc.com boys. Sums him up pretty well 

 

The sale of Allan Saint-Maximin comes just short of four years since his arrival on Tyneside for a claimed  £18m fee from OGC Nice in his native France.

Making the first of 111 Premier League appearances (85 starts) in a home defeat to Arsenal, Maxi got off the mark with a header away at Sheffield United that December - with 11 more to follow. His final stats read 124 games in all competitions and 13 goals.

Rousing but inconsistent displays were interrupted by niggling injuries but evidence of his fitness came with a sensational strike in the FA Cup at Oxford United - prompting an infamous off-field fan celebration....

His second season followed a similar pattern, some eye-catching displays and availability issues that culminated in a positive COVID-19 test - although his place in the side was already under threat following off-field issues with Steve Bruce.

But his performances towards the end of the campaign helped his side comfortably stay in the Premier League - a memorable goal at Burnley proving pivotal.

The following season saw ASM become even more influential; his own displays a barometer for how well or badly the team collectively played. Quite simply, if he didn't play then neither did we.

The arrival of Eddie Howe and a busy transfer window then took some of the pressure off Maxi, as goals and encouraging displays came from other sources.

What proved to be his last competitive appearance for the club saw him last 69 minutes of the season closer at Stamford Bridge, while the final sighting of ASM in our colours came at Gateshead in this pre-season - bowing out with a goal and an assist.

We have mixed feelings on the departure of a player whose presence and impact echoed the very best days of compatriots David Ginola, Laurent Robert and Hatem Ben Arfa - plus the unpredictability of Tino Asprilla.   

On his day he was untouchable; his devastating display in the 3-3 home draw against Manchester City and the last minute beauty scored at Wolves the high points of last season - although both came in August.

His introduction as an impact substitute often roused the crowd and his colleagues, but the frustration of opting to shoot or continue his perpetual motion when a passing opportunity came was endlessly frustrating - not to mention losing possession in dangerous areas with colleagues committed to going forward.

While there's understandable anguish from fans with no previous experience of losing a favourite player, the revival of this football club that is in no small part due to his input looks to have seen him depart. 

We've arguably seen the best of him when the big fish in our small pool and the time to sell is now - even if the amount received seems low. In times past we'd have given him a new five year contract.

The trust level that Eddie Howe and the recruitment team enjoy means that people trust the process with Maxi's sale and the acquisition of Harvey Barnes - just nine months younger and less individualistic, but more adaptable (hopefully) on a collective team level.

We were privileged to witness the mercurial talents of Maxi and grateful for the injection of excitement he provided in what really were austere times for Newcastle fans - and not just on the field.

That lockdown restrictions prevented celebrations of his goals at Turf Moor and Old Trafford in person remains a frustration, while the Carabao Cup Final defeat becomes even more regrettable as being the nearest Maxi would ever come to lifting silverware here.  

Players with levels that high don't come around very often and he's up there with the Magpie mavericks of whatever era you recall. 

As we hopefully advance on and off the field, cherish the memories, watch his clips online and remember when he was the only game in our town. 

Merci, au revoir et bonne chance.

 

Pretty much spot on that. I liked Maxi, on his day he was absolutely class. But his day wasn't regular enough and his injuries stopped any regular consistency. He was still  a good servant for us and loved the club, for a while he was the only shining light at the club under FCB and Cabbage.

 

We all move on.

 

 

 

[Chaser 1207]

57 minutes ago, Dr Gloom said:

Nice tribute to ASM from the nufc.com boys. Sums him up pretty well 

 

The sale of Allan Saint-Maximin comes just short of four years since his arrival on Tyneside for a claimed  £18m fee from OGC Nice in his native France.

Making the first of 111 Premier League appearances (85 starts) in a home defeat to Arsenal, Maxi got off the mark with a header away at Sheffield United that December - with 11 more to follow. His final stats read 124 games in all competitions and 13 goals.

Rousing but inconsistent displays were interrupted by niggling injuries but evidence of his fitness came with a sensational strike in the FA Cup at Oxford United - prompting an infamous off-field fan celebration....

His second season followed a similar pattern, some eye-catching displays and availability issues that culminated in a positive COVID-19 test - although his place in the side was already under threat following off-field issues with Steve Bruce.

But his performances towards the end of the campaign helped his side comfortably stay in the Premier League - a memorable goal at Burnley proving pivotal.

The following season saw ASM become even more influential; his own displays a barometer for how well or badly the team collectively played. Quite simply, if he didn't play then neither did we.

The arrival of Eddie Howe and a busy transfer window then took some of the pressure off Maxi, as goals and encouraging displays came from other sources.

What proved to be his last competitive appearance for the club saw him last 69 minutes of the season closer at Stamford Bridge, while the final sighting of ASM in our colours came at Gateshead in this pre-season - bowing out with a goal and an assist.

We have mixed feelings on the departure of a player whose presence and impact echoed the very best days of compatriots David Ginola, Laurent Robert and Hatem Ben Arfa - plus the unpredictability of Tino Asprilla.   

On his day he was untouchable; his devastating display in the 3-3 home draw against Manchester City and the last minute beauty scored at Wolves the high points of last season - although both came in August.

His introduction as an impact substitute often roused the crowd and his colleagues, but the frustration of opting to shoot or continue his perpetual motion when a passing opportunity came was endlessly frustrating - not to mention losing possession in dangerous areas with colleagues committed to going forward.

While there's understandable anguish from fans with no previous experience of losing a favourite player, the revival of this football club that is in no small part due to his input looks to have seen him depart. 

We've arguably seen the best of him when the big fish in our small pool and the time to sell is now - even if the amount received seems low. In times past we'd have given him a new five year contract.

The trust level that Eddie Howe and the recruitment team enjoy means that people trust the process with Maxi's sale and the acquisition of Harvey Barnes - just nine months younger and less individualistic, but more adaptable (hopefully) on a collective team level.

We were privileged to witness the mercurial talents of Maxi and grateful for the injection of excitement he provided in what really were austere times for Newcastle fans - and not just on the field.

That lockdown restrictions prevented celebrations of his goals at Turf Moor and Old Trafford in person remains a frustration, while the Carabao Cup Final defeat becomes even more regrettable as being the nearest Maxi would ever come to lifting silverware here.  

Players with levels that high don't come around very often and he's up there with the Magpie mavericks of whatever era you recall. 

As we hopefully advance on and off the field, cherish the memories, watch his clips online and remember when he was the only game in our town. 

Merci, au revoir et bonne chance.

Well done Niall and Biffa. Nail on head and a tear in my eye. 

[RobinRobin 11275]

10 hours ago, Chaser said:

Well done Niall and Biffa. Nail on head and a tear in my eye. 

Soft twat 

🙂