Nigeria’s world cup team member Shola Ameobi will leave Newcastle this summer, the club where he started his career. The 32-year-old started...
Nigeria’s world cup team member Shola Ameobi will leave Newcastle this summer, the club where he started his career.
The 32-year-old started his career at the Tyneside club, making his debut in September 2000, but will finally part company with the Magpies when his contract expires.
Ameobi has scored 79 goals in 397 appearances for Newcastle, including seven against Sunderland in Tyne-Wear derbies.
Manager Alan Pardew paid tribute to Ameobi's loyal service on the club's official website.
"I would like to thank each of these players for the effort, attitude and application they have put in while at the club.
"However, I have to make a special mention of Shola Ameobi, who has been an incredible servant to Newcastle United.
"Such loyalty and commitment in the modern game is rare and Shola was not just a great player on the pitch but a key figure off it too.
"He is a leader of men, a great role model for our younger players and I wish him well for the remainder of his career."
Ameobi leaves the club on good terms and thanked the fans for their backing during his lengthy stay.
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