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[Jammy89]

I thought that Rafa might bring in an old head myself but i'm not disappointed it's Lascelle he stood up to be counted last season.

Deserves it.

Loving his attitude already - “I will always give my all and the minute I see somebody not giving their all I will tell them.

“If it means upsetting people I don’t mind."

Whilst it could be most of the squad last season, I wonder who that could be aimed at currently. . .

[kingstonbob]

Great choice. That's what we need a leader and he seems to have the heart and balls for it. Good luck son the fans will back you all the way showing a good attitude.

[Nephy]

It's so refreshing to see a player with a great attitude, showing some passion and heart rather than just cruising and picking up a fat paycheck! Would love to see Lascelles go from strength to strength and be at the heart of our back line for years to come :-)

[toonlegend]

when you think back... he was 1 of the 2 who never wanted to come here in the first place.

Think he's changed his mind

[royboy]

He is a foundation of what is to come. His partner btw will most likely be Hanley.. them two barking up the pitch will be important for the start of the season.

[HughieG]

when you think back... he was 1 of the 2 who never wanted to come here in the first place.

Think he's changed his mind

Lascelles didn't wanna come here? I don't remember him saying that.

I think he's an exciting choice. It's the beginning of something new and it's nice not to have 34-year old as a captain. Hopefully we'll progress with Lascelles as captain and maybe he'll even consider staying if (or when) the ''bigger'' teams come calling. I still hope his primary partner will be Mbemba.

[Footymad]

Mystery Club(s) Try To Sign Perez

Newcastle have rejected two bids for their stiker Ayoze Perez this year, according to manager Rafael Benitez. - External Link

[Footymad]

Did We Expect Someone Better Than Clark?

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[Footymad]

Hull Hero Signs For Toon!

Newcastle have announced the signing of midfielder Mohamed Diame from Hull. - External Link

[Footymad]

Toon Parasite Leaves The Club!

Newcastle winger Florian Thauvin is heading back to Marseille on a season-long loan deal. - External Link

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Krul Still No 1

Although some reports suggest Tim Krul will leave Newcastle when he regains full fitness, he has been given the No 1 shirt for the coming season. - External Link

[smorgan86]

I think this is the right appointment and it's all about attitude. This guy has a really bright future. The only strange part for me is that I wouldn't drop Mbemba and we just bought 2 more CBs. Last season Lascelles would have been the more likely not to start, now it seems he's won his place in the team for good.

[Footymad]

Madrid Deal Was Always A Load Of Balls!

Real Madrid have ended their interest in Newcastle United midfielder Moussa Sissoko, according to Spanish newspaper Marca. - External Link

[Footymad]

Lascelles Gets Arm Band

Former Nottingham Forest defender Jamaal Lascelles has been given the honour of captaining Newcastle United this season. - External Link

[Footymad]

How Many Games Before Taylor Is Injured?

Steven Taylor reveals he was offered a "pay as you play deal" at St James' Park. Only one season has he played more games than he missed because of injury, and NUFC have called time on his time at the club. - External Link