asteroidblitz 12 Posted July 6, 2006 Share Posted July 6, 2006 NO-online is awash with talk about tomorrow's Daily Mail linking Beckham to us http://www.newcastle-online.com/nufcforum/...board,14.0.html http://stateofthegame.co.uk/2006/07/06/pos...m-to-newcastle/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo 172 Posted July 6, 2006 Share Posted July 6, 2006 I heard it too, another "trophy signing". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brock Manson 0 Posted July 6, 2006 Share Posted July 6, 2006 Just penned a 3-year deal at Real hasn't he? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Maul 0 Posted July 6, 2006 Share Posted July 6, 2006 Tabloid journo's jumping on the fact Capello has came in and said he's intrested in C.Ronaldo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest CF The Ripper Posted July 6, 2006 Share Posted July 6, 2006 What does it say on N-O , can't get on.. one of those bastard IP bans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asteroidblitz 12 Posted July 7, 2006 Author Share Posted July 7, 2006 What does it say on N-O , can't get on.. one of those bastard IP bans. 157237[/snapback] It's a five page thread Mostly the usual n-o stuff. Nothing on the SSN paper review, so it was probably a false alarm Would have been worth it, if only for the shirt sales and the likely Northern Rock transfer subsidy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawD 99 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 FORMER England captain David Beckham has held secret talks with Newcastle United about a possible return to English Premier League football, the Daily Mail reported today. The UK newspaper illustrated its three-page report with separate photographs of Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd and Real Madrid midfield player Beckham's wife Victoria emerging from the upmarket Claridges hotel, where the meeting was reportedly held. England captain Beckham, 31, was said to have been smuggled out of a different exit. No indication was given about exactly when the talks took place. But the Mail claimed the northeast English club was keen to attract a big name star to St James' Park as England striker Michael Owen is likely to be out for up to a year with an injury sustained in the World Cup match with Sweden. The Magpies were also keen for another iconic player after another former England captain, and local boy, Alan Shearer retired at the end of last season, it added. I really dont know what to make of this. So FF was seen with Posh while Becks snuck out another way? Oh I see .... that because Posh and FF seen together is normal.... As for us needing another iconic figure. Bollocks. I dont care if we sign Mr Nowhere from Nowhere land so long as he can play football and ideally upfront (Thoug, I admit he may be a tad small and iirc has a tendancy to fall through holes). As for the actual player, I just dont see how we need him? As already said, what can he do that Nobby cannot? Ok, perhaps you could rotate them as we dont know what Nobby's plans are (one rumour had him going back home, another that this may have been his last season), but Beckham, really? Looked v poor in the WC though Im not sure how he would be at club level. Baffling this one.... Oh, and Link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bombadil 0 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Fat Fred making the decisions again, surely not!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44033 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 FORMER England captain David Beckham has held secret talks with Newcastle United about a possible return to English Premier League football, the Daily Mail reported today. The UK newspaper illustrated its three-page report with separate photographs of Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd and Real Madrid midfield player Beckham's wife Victoria emerging from the upmarket Claridges hotel, where the meeting was reportedly held. England captain Beckham, 31, was said to have been smuggled out of a different exit. No indication was given about exactly when the talks took place. But the Mail claimed the northeast English club was keen to attract a big name star to St James' Park as England striker Michael Owen is likely to be out for up to a year with an injury sustained in the World Cup match with Sweden. The Magpies were also keen for another iconic player after another former England captain, and local boy, Alan Shearer retired at the end of last season, it added. I really dont know what to make of this. So FF was seen with Posh while Becks snuck out another way? Oh I see .... that because Posh and FF seen together is normal.... As for us needing another iconic figure. Bollocks. I dont care if we sign Mr Nowhere from Nowhere land so long as he can play football and ideally upfront (Thoug, I admit he may be a tad small and iirc has a tendancy to fall through holes). As for the actual player, I just dont see how we need him? As already said, what can he do that Nobby cannot? Ok, perhaps you could rotate them as we dont know what Nobby's plans are (one rumour had him going back home, another that this may have been his last season), but Beckham, really? Looked v poor in the WC though Im not sure how he would be at club level. Baffling this one.... Oh, and Link 157250[/snapback] Lampard and Gerrard looked very poor at the world cup tbf, so that means nowt. The Beckham - Solano comparisons are very flattering towards Nobby btw. I love Nobby, but if you gave me a straight choice I think I'd have Beckham in the team ahead of him. I dunno about this one - as a player I'd have him at the club, my only concern is the financial impact of the signing. We'll see though - it might well be a load of bollocks. If it is, expect Roeder to quash the rumours later on today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 It could just be that Freddy and the stick insect ate at the same restaurant one day. Having said that, if he is coming how much has Roeder got to do with it? It would be great for attracting other players, but his wages could cover 3 or 4 excellent defenders. Wasn't Becham on TV the other day saying Man U is the ONLY English club he'd ever play for and he's of to the American league? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetleftpeg 0 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Having said that, if he is coming how much has Roeder got to do with it? 157255[/snapback] Leazes is seething. My take on this; Fat Fred is shagging Posh. Toontastic exclusive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Face 29 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 And if he is coming it's another example of rank stupidity from Shepherd. "Where shall I have my secret clandestine meeting with the worlds most famous and popular footballer in order to avoid the paparazzi that hound his every waking minute? I know, Claridges! The most famous exclusive celebrity hang out for the discerning tabloid fodder where photographers live on the pavement outside" Nah, it's either bollocks or a ploy to sell some season tickets to women. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44033 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 And if he is coming it's another example of rank stupidity from Shepherd. "Where shall I have my secret clandestine meeting with the worlds most famous and popular footballer in order to avoid the paparazzi that hound his every waking minute? I know, Claridges! The most famous exclusive celebrity hang out for the discerning tabloid fodder where photographers live on the pavement outside" Nah, it's either bollocks or a ploy to sell some season tickets to women. 157260[/snapback] That's what making me think it's bollocks. If you wanted to keep it quiet, meet him in a hotel room or something (oo-er). Don't sit out in the open somewhere like Claridges. We'll see though.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetleftpeg 0 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 I think you're both giving Fat Fred a bit too much credit here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 0 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Beckham: So, what sort of deal can you offer me. FFS: It'll be top dollar. We really rate Steve and hope he can make an impact. Beckham: Steve? FFS: Claridge. Is he running late? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Boyo 24 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 (edited) http://www.nufc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/NewsD...~864894,00.html Beckham Rumours - Club Response NEWCASTLE United issued the following statement through nufc.co.uk regarding a story in a national newspaper on Friday linking the club with a move for David Beckham. The statement read: "Newcastle United never comments on transfer speculation. "The club has always enjoyed a close relationship with Real Madrid and would never do anything to spoil that relationship." Edited July 7, 2006 by Geordie Boyo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toonpack 9082 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 http://www.nufc.premiumtv.co.uk/page/NewsD...~864894,00.html Beckham Rumours - Club Response NEWCASTLE United issued the following statement through nufc.co.uk regarding a story in a national newspaper on Friday linking the club with a move for David Beckham. The statement read: "Newcastle United never comments on transfer speculation. "The club has always enjoyed a close relationship with Real Madrid and would never do anything to spoil that relationship." 157275[/snapback] Now THAT is not a denial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Boyo 24 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Interesting, eh! Still, I guess only time will tell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JawD 99 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 FORMER England captain David Beckham has held secret talks with Newcastle United about a possible return to English Premier League football, the Daily Mail reported today. The UK newspaper illustrated its three-page report with separate photographs of Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd and Real Madrid midfield player Beckham's wife Victoria emerging from the upmarket Claridges hotel, where the meeting was reportedly held. England captain Beckham, 31, was said to have been smuggled out of a different exit. No indication was given about exactly when the talks took place. But the Mail claimed the northeast English club was keen to attract a big name star to St James' Park as England striker Michael Owen is likely to be out for up to a year with an injury sustained in the World Cup match with Sweden. The Magpies were also keen for another iconic player after another former England captain, and local boy, Alan Shearer retired at the end of last season, it added. I really dont know what to make of this. So FF was seen with Posh while Becks snuck out another way? Oh I see .... that because Posh and FF seen together is normal.... As for us needing another iconic figure. Bollocks. I dont care if we sign Mr Nowhere from Nowhere land so long as he can play football and ideally upfront (Thoug, I admit he may be a tad small and iirc has a tendancy to fall through holes). As for the actual player, I just dont see how we need him? As already said, what can he do that Nobby cannot? Ok, perhaps you could rotate them as we dont know what Nobby's plans are (one rumour had him going back home, another that this may have been his last season), but Beckham, really? Looked v poor in the WC though Im not sure how he would be at club level. Baffling this one.... Oh, and Link 157250[/snapback] Lampard and Gerrard looked very poor at the world cup tbf, so that means nowt. The Beckham - Solano comparisons are very flattering towards Nobby btw. I love Nobby, but if you gave me a straight choice I think I'd have Beckham in the team ahead of him. I dunno about this one - as a player I'd have him at the club, my only concern is the financial impact of the signing. We'll see though - it might well be a load of bollocks. If it is, expect Roeder to quash the rumours later on today. 157254[/snapback] Yeah I agree, kinda what I was getting at there. I do stand by my comment regarding nobby, though I admit it may be through my B&W geps. On the financial implication, I would imagine any associated costs could be offset by generated income. He's a shirt seller and we'd have all teen-toon-totty toting his typeface in our toon-tribal tops tbh Crazy Foo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt 0 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 We commented on speculation little over a week ago over Fat Jimmy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufc4ever 0 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Very vague statement considering how full-on other denials have been recently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Boyo 24 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Yep, we were quick to do that. Whether Roader will follow up and say the same thing again looks doubtful afar reading that statement. IF they were to make a statement regarding the speculation not being true then surely they would have said rather than saying they do not wish to comment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spongebob toonpants 3899 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 Commercially it would be a great signing, the financial benefits of having Beckham would more than compensate his wage bill. It would raise the profile of the club abroad and could help persuade possible replacements for Owen we mean business On the playing side Beckham was top of the assists league in Spain last season, I think we can safely say he would improve the team. It would be magnificent if we could pull this off, I would be very pleasantly surprised. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sima Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 At £120,000 p/w it's a complete waste of money tbh, that will be two players we have on £230K p/w combined. I'd like to know what kid of fee we would be willing to pay as well. Anything above £6m and Shepherd wants his nuts cut off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie Boyo 24 Posted July 7, 2006 Share Posted July 7, 2006 At £120,000 p/w it's a complete waste of money tbh, that will be two players we have on £230K p/w combined. I'd like to know what kid of fee we would be willing to pay as well. Anything above £6m and Shepherd wants his nuts cut off. 157295[/snapback] I think if Shepherd did put a kid from fee in the deal he would have his nuts cut off, along with his head...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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